1996 Audi S6 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 11 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 104 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S6 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
