1996 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 15 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 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 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S6 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
