1998 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 13 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), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330. 2011 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
