2000 Audi R8 vs. 2008 BMW 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 8 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 1373 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.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 130 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 | 2008 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 315 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
