2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW 740
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 BMW 740 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 740 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 2008 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 4000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
