2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1967 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1967 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2930 mm |