2007 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M6 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
