2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
