1995 Audi S6 vs. 1995 BMW 840
To start off, both 1995 Audi S6 and 1995 BMW 840 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Audi S6. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 5 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 1995 BMW 840. 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi S6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi S6 | 1995 BMW 840 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S6 | 840 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |