1997 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 520 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 343 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1997 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1997 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 TVR Speed 12 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | TVR | Porsche |
| Model | Speed 12 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 800 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 337 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
