1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 1968 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1968 TVR Tuscan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1968 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 1968 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Land Rover | TVR |
| Model | 109 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
