1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 33 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 624 kg more than 2005 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 (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Tamora |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |