1965 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 592 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Sixty. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1997 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:
| 1965 Cadillac Sixty | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Sixty | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2650 mm |
