1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1178 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 792 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Audi | SSC |
| Model | 100 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1092 mm |
