1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 718 more horse power than 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace. 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:
| 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | Type 11 Monoplace | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 420 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2570 mm |
