2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar.
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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR Taimar. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR Taimar. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1972 TVR Taimar has manual transmission. 1972 TVR Taimar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Titan | Taimar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 54 L |
