1999 Audi R8R vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 543 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 998 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1998 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1998 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | R8R | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1110 mm |
