1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tamora. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | Tamora |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |