1995 Porsche 993 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 993. (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 993 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 993 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |