2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz S and 2004 TVR Tamora were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 920 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | S | Tamora |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |