1982 Buick Electra vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra 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 677 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 688 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1997 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1997 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Electra | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |