1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
