1995 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Lotec | TVR |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3605 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1200 kg |
