1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | T 350 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |