1994 Audi A8 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 189 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
