1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 854 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Caprice | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 7728 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |