2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 642 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | C | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
