2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 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 370 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | R8 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
