2000 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 608 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 633 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2000 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 2000 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal, 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Speed 12 | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | TVR | Buick |
Model | Speed 12 | Regal |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7730 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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |