2007 Acura TL vs. 1967 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 515 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Corsair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1967 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
