1957 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tamora weights approximately 210 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morgan Plus 4 | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Morgan | TVR |
Model | Plus 4 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |