1985 TVR Tasmin vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1985 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 567 kg more than 1985 TVR Tasmin. 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 TVR Tasmin | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Tasmin | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
