1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 219 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Zephyr | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
