1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP) has 595 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 7729 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 790 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 881 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |