2008 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Audi RS5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi RS5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M6 | RS5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |