2008 Audi S6 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Audi S6. (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 929 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.
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 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S6 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S6 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |