1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Falcon | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |