2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Audi | McLaren |
| Model | A4 | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
