1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Zephyr | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Zephyr | 420 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 59 L |