2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 BMW M3 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 82 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 480 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 M3. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
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2008 Audi R8 | 2008 BMW M3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | M3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |