1996 AC Cobra vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Tamora weights approximately 4 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
Make | AC | TVR |
Model | Cobra | Tamora |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1026 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |