1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 35 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Falcon | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |