2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan 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 158 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
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 (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Tuscan | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | TVR | Mazda |
Model | Tuscan | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |