2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (523 HP @ 2200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (505 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 911 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7728 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 505 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |