1969 Ford Capri vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Capri | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |