1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP) has 456 more horse power than 1968 Ford Mustang. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Mustang.
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 Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Mustang. (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Mustang | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 791 HP |
Torque | 597 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |