1997 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 11 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 652 more horse power than 2008 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 398 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, 2008 Seat Exeo, 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 661 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 TVR Speed 12 | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | TVR | Seat |
| Model | Speed 12 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 800 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 337 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2642 mm |
