1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 600 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
