2004 TVR T 350 vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1987 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 TVR T 350.
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 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR T 350 | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | T 350 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
