1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 968 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
