1996 Audi S6 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 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 120 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S6 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| 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 | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
