2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, both 2003 Audi RS6 and 2003 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi RS6 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | RS6 | M3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |