1970 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Zephyr | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Zephyr | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |