1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 223 kg more than 2002 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Speed 12. (881 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | GTO | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1002 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
