1996 Audi S6 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 743 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | S6 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
