1988 TVR Tuscan vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR 350i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR 350i would be higher. Both 1988 TVR Tuscan and 1983 TVR 350i are equipped with a 3,532 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 TVR 350i. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1983 TVR 350i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR 350i weights approximately 239 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
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, both vehicles can yield 298 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR Tuscan | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tuscan | 350i |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
