2001 Porsche 996 vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 HP) has 782 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 996. (318 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Porsche | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 996 | Agera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 1100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Biofuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
