1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Taunus | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |