1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1983 TVR 350i. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 TVR 350i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR 350i weights approximately 203 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 TVR 350i. (298 Nm). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 TVR 350i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | GT 40 | 350i |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
