1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 456 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Tamora |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |