2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 6 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 149 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 724 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 820 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
