1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 656 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen. 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Falcon | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
