2006 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 535 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 535 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 2006 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 535 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 535 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
