2011 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Audi R8

To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi R8 would be higher. Both 2011 Audi R8 and 2012 Audi R8 are equipped with a 5,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 525 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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, both vehicles can yield 530 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2011 Audi R8 2012 Audi R8
Make Audi Audi
Model R8 R8
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 5200 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 525 HP 525 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type AWD AWD
Transmission Type 6-speed automated manual 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4435 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1252 mm 1245 mm
Wheelbase Size 2649 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 90 L