2008 TVR T 440 R vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 440 R weights approximately 375 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR T 440 R | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | T 440 R | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 434 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 335 km/hour | 201 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 | 1285 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
