2007 Honda NSX vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 4 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | NSX | Tamora |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |