1998 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 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 644 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 684 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 TVR Speed 12 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | TVR | Subaru |
| Model | Speed 12 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| 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 | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2645 mm |
