1998 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 11 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
