1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 21 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2933 mm |
