1992 BMW 538 vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 BMW 538. (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 538. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 538. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2007 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 538 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
