1983 Donkervoort S7 vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, both 1983 Donkervoort S7 and 1983 TVR Tasmin were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
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, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (163 Nm). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Donkervoort S7. 1983 Donkervoort S7 has automatic transmission and 1983 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1983 TVR Tasmin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Donkervoort S7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Donkervoort S7 | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Donkervoort | TVR |
| Model | S7 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1200 mm |
