2006 Audi A6 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 540 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 540 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
