1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Zodiac | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Zodiac | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |