2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1960 TVR Grantura has manual transmission. 1960 TVR Grantura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Grantura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 39 L |
