1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 728 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 716 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Mahindra | TVR |
Model | CL | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |