1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 660 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 733 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Nomad | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
