2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Audi Avantissimo. (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi Avantissimo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Audi Avantissimo. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi Avantissimo. (603 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi Avantissimo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Avantissimo | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2855 mm |
