2009 BMW 550 vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2553 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
