1968 TVR Vixen vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1519 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 TVR Vixen | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Vixen | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
