2008 Audi S4 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
