1968 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tamora weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Vitesse | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Triumph | TVR |
| Model | Vitesse | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
