2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 BMW 523 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 239 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. 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 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2008 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 523 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
