1998 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 330 | R8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |