2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz S and 2002 TVR Tamora were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 865 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tamora. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | S | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
