2006 TVR Tamora vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tamora weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. 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 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 TVR Tamora | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tamora | S2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 209 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 | 1175 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
