1969 Opel GT vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | GT | 390 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
