2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 530 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 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |