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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2001 BMW M 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 2001 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
