1991 Audi 100 vs. 2009 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 220 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
