2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 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 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S6 | 2008 BMW 523 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S6 | 523 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |