2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
