1969 TVR Vixen vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1969 TVR Vixen. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Vixen.
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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1969 TVR Vixen has manual transmission. 1969 TVR Vixen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 TVR Vixen | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Vixen | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
