2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 720 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Mustang | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
