1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 21 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 104 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Zephyr | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Zephyr | 400 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2420 mm |