1997 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 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 297 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (503 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 878 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 TVR Speed 12 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | TVR | Jaguar |
| Model | Speed 12 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 800 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 337 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3157 mm |
