2001 Porsche GT2 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A1, 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche GT2 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | GT2 | A1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2469 mm |
