1970 TVR Vixen vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 762 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 TVR Vixen | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | TVR | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vixen | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 129 L |
