2008 Audi A3 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
