1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 379 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tamora. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 928 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 255 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 | 1554 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
