2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1970 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1970 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1970 TVR Tuscan 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 1970 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, 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. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1970 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1970 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1970 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Milan | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
