1984 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 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 116 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 911 | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
