2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 BMW 330 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 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
