1964 Lamborghini 350 GT vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT weights approximately 127 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
Model | 350 GT | 420 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |