1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 35 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 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Falcon weights approximately 59 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Falcon | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |
