2009 Audi R8 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 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 218 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 535. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
