2003 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 530 | S6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |