2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
Because 2000 BMW Z9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Z9 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2842 mm |
