1996 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 17 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi A6 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 6 series |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |