1970 Opel Admiral vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Admiral weights approximately 371 kg more than 2003 TVR T 350.
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 T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Admiral | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Admiral | T 350 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |