1971 Chrysler Centura vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Centura 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 681 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 113 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Centura | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Centura | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
