1970 Ginetta G15 vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 739 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G15. (71 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G15 | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ginetta | TVR |
| Model | G15 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
