2012 Audi R8 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi R8 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
