2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 460 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 855 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Ram | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
