2007 Audi R8 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, both 2007 Audi R8 and 2007 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi R8 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | 550 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |