2001 TVR Tuscan vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tuscan. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Tuscan | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | TVR | Audi |
| Model | Tuscan | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1100 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 90 L |
