1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 613 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 578 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Avanti Avanti | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Avanti | TVR |
Model | Avanti | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |