1973 Audi Asso vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 690 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Audi Asso | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Audi | TVR |
Model | Asso | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 881 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |