1997 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 589 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1997 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1997 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 TVR Speed 12 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | TVR | Audi |
| Model | Speed 12 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 800 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2809 mm |
