1989 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1989 BMW 850. 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 1989 BMW 850. 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (441 Nm). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 850 | A6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2912 mm |