1997 BMW 850 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 850 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
