1999 Audi R8R vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 13 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 30 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8R | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8R | 525 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1462 mm |