2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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, 2008 Audi R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |