2003 TVR Tamora vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR 390 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR 390. (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR 390.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Tamora | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tamora | 390 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
