1988 TVR S2 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 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 @ 7750 RPM) has 622 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 5750 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR S2 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | S2 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
