1994 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 730 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| 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 | 1680 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
