2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 650 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 2009 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
