2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 TVR T 350. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 391 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
