2012 Audi R8 4.2 Quattro Spyder vs. 2012 Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro
To start off, both 2012 Audi R8 4.2 Quattro Spyder and 2012 Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro (560 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Audi R8 4.2 Quattro Spyder. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi R8 4.2 Quattro Spyder.
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, 2012 Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8 4.2 Quattro Spyder. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8 4.2 Quattro Spyder. 2012 Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 4.2 Quattro Spyder has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 4.2 Quattro Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi R8 4.2 Quattro Spyder | 2012 Audi R8 GT 5.2 FSI Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 560 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed 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 | 1905 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
