1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 850 kg more than 2003 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:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Windsor | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 7729 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
