1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Falcon | Tamora |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |