1967 Porsche 912 vs. 1970 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1970 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Porsche 912 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 TVR Tuscan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Porsche 912 | 1970 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 912 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 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 | 972 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
