1999 Audi R8 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 8 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 395 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 1498 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1850 mm |
