2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1970 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1970 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2930 mm |
