2009 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 292 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M6 | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 519 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
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 | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2808 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |