1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan

To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 402 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 2000 TVR Tuscan
Make Chevrolet TVR
Model Chevelle Tuscan
Year Released 1972 2000
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5011 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.3 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1577 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 58 L


 

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