2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, both 2008 Audi RS6 and 2008 BMW 523 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,175 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (580 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 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, 2008 Audi RS6 (881 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523. 2008 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2008 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS6 | 523 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
