1995 Audi S6 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 1 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 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Audi S6. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1995 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 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 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi S6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S6 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
