2012 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 414 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW M3 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
