1996 Audi S6 vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, both 1996 Audi S6 and 1996 BMW 735 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735. 1996 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi S6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi S6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S6 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
