2006 TVR Tuscan vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora. 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 Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 TVR Tuscan | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tuscan | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 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 | 1230 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
