2008 BMW 645 vs. 2008 Audi A6

To start off, both 2008 BMW 645 and 2008 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 645 2008 Audi A6
Make BMW Audi
Model 645 A6
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 3122 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 13.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 6.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.8 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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