2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 870 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Brooklands | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2930 mm |