1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 347 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Dart | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
