2009 Audi R8 vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 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 351 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.5 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 | 1580 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |