2009 Audi R8 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 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 216 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.8 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 | 1580 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
