2007 Audi R8 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. 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 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
