1999 Audi R8R vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen W12 has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen W12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8R | W12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1110 mm |
