2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 BMW 650
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 and 2008 BMW 650 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. 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 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S6 | 2008 BMW 650 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S6 | 650 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.5 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 | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |