1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
