2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |
