2001 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 9 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 652 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 206 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, 2010 Peugeot 307, 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 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Speed 12 | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | TVR | Peugeot |
| Model | Speed 12 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
