2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 BMW 760
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 and 2008 BMW 760 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Audi S6. (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2008 Audi S6. 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 760. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 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 760 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S6 | 760 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 440 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |