2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1993 BMW 856
To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Audi Allroad. (237 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 856. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Allroad. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 1993 BMW 856 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Allroad | 856 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
