2010 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi R8.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi R8. (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi R8 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | R8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 429 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1252 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |