2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 and 2009 BMW 135 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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 2009 BMW 135. 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 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | 135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2979 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 | 5.6 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 | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |