1991 Audi 100 vs. 1983 BMW M6
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 8 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 110 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1983 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1983 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
