2009 Audi R8 vs. 2007 BMW M
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 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M 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 188 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2007 BMW M | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |