1999 Audi R8 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
