2001 TVR Tamora vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 443 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Tamora | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | TVR | Nissan |
| Model | Tamora | Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
