2003 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 596 kg more than 1988 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | C | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
