1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | Sport | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
