1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 720 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 weights approximately 523 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | TVR |
| Model | 16 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2570 mm |
