2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR Speed Eight would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tuscan Speed Six | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
