2009 Audi R8 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 328. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 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 | 90 L | 57 L |
