2008 Audi R8 vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW MM Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW MM Roadster would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
