2000 Audi R8 vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 11 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 1523 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
