2004 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 325 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
