2009 Audi R8 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 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 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 342 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1. 2012 BMW X1 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. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
