1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 588 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Viper | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
