1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 222 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Zephyr | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Zephyr | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |