1995 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 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 (441 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 210 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 | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2912 mm |
