1996 Audi S6 vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 750. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S6 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.9 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 | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
