1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | GT 40 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 65 L |
