1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Avanti | TVR |
| Model | Avanti | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
