1996 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 13 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
