2000 Audi R8 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 1848 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
