2000 Audi R8 vs. 2000 BMW 520
To start off, both 2000 Audi R8 and 2000 BMW 520 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 69 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 1668 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 2000 BMW 520 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | 520 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |