1999 Audi R8 vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. (592 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. (600 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Audi | McLaren |
| Model | R8 | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1199 mm |
