1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 32 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Taunus | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
