1998 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
