2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 655 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | FPV BF GT | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
