2000 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 430 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1670 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Speed 12 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Speed 12 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 136 L |
