1965 MG MGB vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 701 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1965 MG MGB. 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1965 MG MGB | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | MG | TVR |
Model | MGB | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2570 mm |