1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (347 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR T 350 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | GTV | T 350 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |