2001 Audi A6 vs. 1993 BMW 840
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1993 BMW 840 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 840 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
