2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 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 630 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 705 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Caterham | TVR |
Model | 7 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |