1996 Rover 400 vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 2007 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Rover | TVR |
| Model | 400 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
