2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 718 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |