1989 TVR Speed Eight vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR Speed Eight 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 565 more horse power than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 120 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 TVR Speed Eight | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Speed Eight | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
