1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 440 R weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. 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 T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | T 440 R |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 434 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |