2007 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 530 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
