1970 TVR Vixen vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR T 350 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 TVR Vixen | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Vixen | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
