1966 Ford Consul vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tamora weights approximately 248 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Consul | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Consul | Tamora |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1181 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |