1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi Coupe 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 679 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi Coupe weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1998 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | Coupe | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
