1995 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 650 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 319 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2000 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 2000 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Sebring | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Sebring | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
