1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO 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 390 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 830 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) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (496 Nm). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | GTO | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
