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, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 BMW M5. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
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 | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 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 | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
