1999 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 579 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 640 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 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 1999 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1999 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:
| 1999 TVR Speed 12 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | TVR | Audi |
| Model | Speed 12 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7728 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1000 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
