2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Audi R8. (420 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
