1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (358 Nm). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Supra | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Supra | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 881 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |