1967 Porsche 912 vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 is newer by 39 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR T 350 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Porsche 912 | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 912 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
