1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 BMW M3 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 1996 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1996 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
