1998 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 13 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 590 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 1998 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 TVR Speed 12 | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Speed 12 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
