1995 Audi A8 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | M6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2851 mm |