1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 266 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
