2009 Audi A6 vs. 1988 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1988 BMW 520 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |