2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
