1996 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
