1976 Holden Torana vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana 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 738 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 785 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Torana | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |