1994 Rover 400 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 712 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1997 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Rover | TVR |
| Model | 400 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
