2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. 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 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
