1996 Audi S6 vs. 2007 BMW M5
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M5. 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2007 BMW M5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S6 | M5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |