1999 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 592 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (198 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 434 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1999 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 1999 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 TVR Speed 12 | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | TVR | Hyundai |
| Model | Speed 12 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7728 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
