2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 325. 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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
