1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 452 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. 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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Cortina | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
