2001 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S8. (540 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S8. 2011 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Carrera GT | S8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
