2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 8 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 613 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Morgan | TVR |
Model | Plus 8 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |