2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 BMW 740
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 and 2009 BMW 740 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) has 216 more horse power than 2009 BMW 740. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 740. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2009 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
