1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP) has 675 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Graduate | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 790 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
