1988 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 520 | A6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2912 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |