2003 TVR Tamora vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 712 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Aero weights approximately 263 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 976 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Tamora | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | TVR | SSC |
| Model | Tamora | Aero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1030 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1090 mm |
