2007 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 323 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
