1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Vedette | Tamora |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |