1997 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 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 415 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-250. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-250.
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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-250. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-250. 2011 Ford F-250 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. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 TVR Speed 12 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Speed 12 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 800 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3967 mm |
