2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Aston Martin V12. (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Aston Martin V12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V12 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
