1967 Alvis TF vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Alvis | TVR |
| Model | TF | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
