1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 150 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 250 GT | Tamora |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |