2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 BMW M3

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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 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 179 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (339 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi R8 2008 BMW M3
Make Audi BMW
Model R8 M3
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 3246 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 518 HP 339 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 316 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.9 seconds 5.2 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 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 63 L


 

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