2009 Audi R8 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 2 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 262 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2011 BMW 530 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. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
