1978 Porsche 924 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 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 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 221 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 5 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 924 | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 924 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |