2007 Audi R8 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 612 kg more than 2007 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
