1981 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 745 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
