1971 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 TVR Tamora.
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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | E | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
