1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 681 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Caprice | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |