1988 TVR Tuscan vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1988 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR Tuscan | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | TVR | Porsche |
| Model | Tuscan | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
