1978 Opel Senator vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Senator | Tamora |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |