1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 5 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Tamora. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 443 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83 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 | 1456 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 65 L |
