2000 Audi R8 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, both 2000 Audi R8 and 2000 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 1628 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 211 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |