1983 BMW M6 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1983 BMW M6.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 BMW M6 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M6 | Q7 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |