1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 400 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 65 L |
