1989 Audi V8 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, both 1989 Audi V8 and 1989 TVR 400 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 TVR 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8. 1989 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1989 TVR 400 has manual transmission. 1989 TVR 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | V8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
