2000 Audi R8 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 1598 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 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 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
