2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 TVR T 350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 TVR T 350.
Because 2006 TVR T 350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 TVR T 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 159 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
