2002 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (530 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1658 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi R8. (698 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
