1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | Tamora |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |