2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |