2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 911 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 881 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |