2009 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M3 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
