2011 Audi S6 vs. 1999 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1999 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi S6 | 1999 Acura RL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | S6 | RL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2847 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
