2008 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 525 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
