1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 56 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Falcon | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Falcon | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |