1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
Model | 3000 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |