1999 Audi TT vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | TT | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
