1969 Ford Capri vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 36 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tamora weights approximately 55 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Capri | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
