2006 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 310 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 325 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5200 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
