2009 Audi R8 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
