1996 Audi S6 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 12 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
