1948 Ferrari 166 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 652 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 166. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 166. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 166 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 166 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
