2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 638 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 Expedition (495 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura. 2005 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Expedition | Grantura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 39 L |
