1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 27 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | GT 40 | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 57 L |