2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Z9 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2847 mm |
