1999 Audi R8R 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 R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R 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 R8R.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8R | 330 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 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 |
