2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 BMW 135
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 and 2008 BMW 135 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 BMW 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S6 | 2008 BMW 135 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S6 | 135 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |