2012 BMW Z4 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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. 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 (441 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW Z4 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Z4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
