2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1998 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1998 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Express | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
