2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 745 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. 2001 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Thunderbird | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 7729 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |