2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 Porsche GT2 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2.
Because 2001 Porsche GT2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | GT2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |