1968 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390.
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 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR 390. (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR 390.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini 400 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
Model | 400 | 390 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |