1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 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 479 more horse power than 1996 Audi RS2. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi RS2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1996 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi RS2. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi RS2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | RS2 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
