2008 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 724 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
