1996 Audi S6 vs. 1995 Audi A8
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1995 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
