2009 Audi TT vs. 1952 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1952 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
