1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tamora weights approximately 213 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Prefect | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Prefect | Tamora |
Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |