2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 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 263 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |