1986 TVR Tasmin vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 TVR Tasmin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 TVR Tasmin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
1986 TVR Tasmin | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | TVR | Porsche |
Model | Tasmin | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3526 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |