2001 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 716 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2001 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 2001 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Speed 12 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Speed 12 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 49 L |
