2001 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 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 488 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1311 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Speed 12 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | TVR | GMC |
| Model | Speed 12 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 98 L |
