2005 TVR Tuscan vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan is newer by 20 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 123 kg more than 1985 TVR 390. 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 Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR 390. (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR 390.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Tuscan | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tuscan | 390 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
