1983 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 525 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2691 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 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 | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
