1953 Ford Crestline vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Crestline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Crestline would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 682 more horse power than 1953 Ford Crestline. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Crestline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Crestline weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 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:
| 1953 Ford Crestline | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Crestline | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
