1995 Audi A6 vs. 1987 BMW M6
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 BMW M6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1987 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
