2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
