2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 572 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Viper | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
