1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Cortina | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |