2006 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. 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 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Morgan | TVR |
| Model | Plus 8 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
