2005 TVR T 350 vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1988 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR T 350 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S. 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, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR T 350 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | T 350 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2300 mm |
