1994 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. 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 1994 BMW M5. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M5 | A6 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 401 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2912 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |