1998 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 563 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 TVR Speed 12 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Speed 12 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
