1989 Audi 100 vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 672 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2001 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | 100 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
