1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 622 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 208 | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 208 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7728 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |