1967 TVR Tuscan vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 715 kg more than 1967 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. 1974 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1967 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1967 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 TVR Tuscan | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | TVR | Avanti |
| Model | Tuscan | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
