1998 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 320 | A6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |