2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 BMW 328
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 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 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 287 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |