1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1985 TVR Tasmin is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1985 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Zephyr | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2390 mm |
