2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Z4 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
