2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. 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 144 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 BMW 535. 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS6 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
