2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 BMW M were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | M |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |