1969 TVR Tuscan vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Tuscan. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1969 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1969 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 TVR Tuscan | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | TVR | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tuscan | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
