1968 TVR Vixen vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen 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 258 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR T 350 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 TVR Vixen | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Vixen | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
