2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 BMW 318

To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.

Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 318. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi R8 2008 BMW 318
Make Audi BMW
Model R8 318
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type AWD Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 63 L