2011 Audi R8 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi R8 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
