1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora. 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 512 BB | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
