1996 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 13 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, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S6 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
