1985 TVR 390 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390.
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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR 390. (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR 390. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1985 TVR 390 has manual transmission. 1985 TVR 390 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 TVR 390 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | 390 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |
