1952 Vauxhall Wyvern vs. 2002 Vector M12
To start off, 2002 Vector M12 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vector M12 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. 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, 2002 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | 2002 Vector M12 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vector |
Model | Wyvern | M12 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |