Back in a V8TT

[Fonzie Audi]

Hey guys not sure if anyone here remembers me.

I'm back in a V8TT, just not the same one. I moved from the C5 RS6 to a B8 S4 and now back to a 2013 S6. I wanted to give my respect and appreciation for this forum because this community, its members and my RS6 were the things that pulled me into the audi brand.

There are no exhaust systems for the 4.0T, so just like on my old C5 (if anyone remembers), I'll be building a custom exhaust system for this car this coming week.

If anyone wants a vid like the old days, I'll be more than happy to post it. Respect to you all, forever lurking on this great forum.

Fonz

[The RS6]

Welcome back Fonzie. I remember you also went to the dark side with those Merc monsters :D

Pics and videos of the S6, A.S.A.P :)

EDIT: P.S. tehnically, you have one T too many in your topic title...

[bmwade]

How do you like it? I can't wait to see what the tuners roll out for the S6 in a few months!

[Fonzie Audi]

http://i1052.photobucket.com/albums/s459/FonzieDYC/frontside_zps2c2313ff.jpg
http://i1052.photobucket.com/albums/s459/FonzieDYC/front_zpsc69ea22d.jpg
http://i1052.photobucket.com/albums/s459/FonzieDYC/side_zps3572d8a0.jpg
http://i1052.photobucket.com/albums/s459/FonzieDYC/backside_zps8e8725d4.jpg
http://i1052.photobucket.com/albums/s459/FonzieDYC/inside_zpsc11759ea.jpg
http://i1052.photobucket.com/albums/s459/FonzieDYC/wheel_zps860375a2.jpg

[na1mt]

Now those are some nice seats!

[bmwade]

This just makes me want the new RS more....so sexy!!

[4everRS]

Great to have you back Fonz! I'm very interested to hear about your upgrades.



EDIT: P.S. tehnically, you have one T too many in your topic title...
Ummmm. I think the title is correct.

[Ruergard]

Nice to see you here again. :cheers:

Car looks amazing, looking forward to videos like in the old days. ;)

[1uglymug]

Thats hot! Can't wait to see the videos...

[Fonzie Audi]

Thank you very much guys. I really missed this forum - happy to be back in the mix.

Building a full Thermal system from the primary cats back just like my C5. 2 center res and the rear mufflers will be replaced along with tubing. Excited for the results - hopefully it will fill that RS6 sized hole in my heart.

[MaxRS6]

^Look forward to some mo Fonzie sounds/vids...;0 Vedy nice ride!

[Benman]

Welcome back Fonzie! A sexy beast you have there. :cheers:

[hulio]

That's a very sharp car. Good luck on the exhaust!

[mik15]

that looks great :), how is the new S6? is it really that good as most of the reviews are saying:D ?

[ZCD2.7T]

....I'm back in a V8TT, just not the same one. I moved from the C5 RS6 to a B8 S4 and now back to a 2013 S6....Fonz

Congrats!

I'll be anxious to hear how you think the S6 compares to your old RS 6. Objectively at least, it would appear that the older car wouldn't have much of a chance against the new one...

(flame suit on ;-)

[hulio]

Hey Fonzie,
What exhaust did you have on the C5 RS6?

[Fonzie Audi]

Hey Fonzie,
What exhaust did you have on the C5 RS6?

I think it was gutted downpipes into 3" straight through to 10" thermals

[hulio]

I think it was gutted downpipes into 3" straight through to 10" thermals

Ok thanks. I might buy an RS6 and was just wondering

[Brav]

So come on.. give us a comparison..

[alrightroad]

So come on.. give us a comparison..

2nd this.

[Fonzie Audi]

So come on.. give us a comparison..


2003 C5 RS6 (4.2 V8T) vs 2013 S6 (4.0 V8T).. Stock vs Stock Comparison (per Fonzie's personal opinion)

Exterior styling:

Edge - S6. Just my opinion, but the car is 10 years newer. The LED headlights, 20" wheels, etc. The C5 was a beautiful car, but the S6 is just as pretty.

Exterior aggressiveness:

Edge - RS6. Come on.. the wide fenders from the C5 have haunted my dreams since the day I traded it in.

0-60:

Edge - S6. Car and Driver clocked the S6 at 3.7 0-60 (vs the RS6's suggested 4.4). Until I got the car, I assumed it was exaggerated. At this point, I wouldn't be surprised for a second it really did 3.7-3.8. I haven't tested it w GPS, but if feels fast from a dig. Really, shockingly fast.

1/4 Mile:

Edge - S6. C&D was able to get a 12.1 1/4 mile in the stock S6. That I have not confirmed yet with personal track times, but at this point I believe it's possible given the right weather. While the RS6 was really fast stock (I got 12.65 stock with mine).. I think the S6 is going to walk on it, and continue walking as the speeds increase.

Transmission:

Edge - S6. The 7 speed DSG is super smooth and snaps shifts very quickly.

Technology:

Edge - S6. Not even fair to compare this section, as a 10 year difference makes for an obvious case.

Handling:

Edge - S6. Realistically, the DRC wasn't the best out of the box suspension setup. Compared to the air ride suspension in the C7 S6, I don't remember my stock RS6 ever handling like this stock S6 does. I'm taking on-ramps and turns in the same speeds I was in my modded B8 S4 (sways, coils and under strut stabilizer). However, the S6 has more body roll than I remember by C5 having. That stuck out during my test drive.

Sound:

Edge - RS6. The S6 is a fucking whisperer. The engine bay makes way more noise than the exhaust. It's really, really quiet. The RS6 sounded great from the moment I got it (sound enhanced exhaust - but still stock by definition). The exhaust in the S6 is necessary immediately, as opposed to the RS6, which was much throatier and aggressive out of the factory.

Overall:

Edge - 2013 S6. I loved the RS6 more than any other car I've ever owned. For those who know me on here, you know my stable ran deep. The exclusivity of that car was something I was so proud of. It was a rare bird that just had an unfair power advantage over almost any other of it's peers. 10 years later, the closest thing to it's US predecessor is just as amazing of a machine. Excited to see where it goes with tuning.

[Brav]

Thanks Fonz!

I think they would have had to dump the clutch or power launch it for 3.7. Thats crazy fast. DSG probably helps a lot with hacking of 2-3 10ths from shifting to 60. Thing is seamless.

[Fonzie Audi]

Thanks Fonz!

I think they would have had to dump the clutch or power launch it for 3.7. Thats crazy fast. DSG probably helps a lot with hacking of 2-3 10ths from shifting to 60. Thing is seamless.


Agreed. The Launch Control on the S6 is breathtaking. Launches at 5200 rpm

[Ruergard]

Nice comparsion. Thanks!

[lswing]

Very nice, thanks for the write-up. Some guy heard my car pull up earlier today..."Wow, that's got a rumble too it"....me, "got a V8"....him, "sounds bad to the bone". Yes, yes it does, SE exhaust is excellent!

[SteveKen]

Heck with the comparisons. . .

How's Mrs. Fonzie doing? Haven't seen any pics of her with the car yet. LOL J/K

Can't wait for sound clips of the exhaust.

[ben916]

Heck with the comparisons. . .

How's Mrs. Fonzie doing? Haven't seen any pics of her with the car yet. LOL J/K

Can't wait for sound clips of the exhaust.

Yep, Friday are Fonzie's Foto Fiesta!

[marklar182]

Thanks for the review! You pretty much said exactly the same as I have heard others say!

The S6 may be my next car........

And I cant help to poke at the BMW guys and their M5/M6 V8TT's, the cant even drive them, haha! Engine issues already!

[Spidercat]

Very nicely written comparo, Fonz. Congrats on the new car.
And welcome back! Can't wait to see what you due to the exhaust (you never seem to disappoint).

[bmwade]

2003 C5 RS6 (4.2 V8T) vs 2013 S6 (4.0 V8T).. Stock vs Stock Comparison (per Fonzie's personal opinion)

Overall:

Edge - 2013 S6. I loved the RS6 more than any other car I've ever owned. For those who know me on here, you know my stable ran deep. The exclusivity of that car was something I was so proud of. It was a rare bird that just had an unfair power advantage over almost any other of it's peers. 10 years later, the closest thing to it's US predecessor is just as amazing of a machine. Excited to see where it goes with tuning.


So the S6 feels like its that much faster? then what your saying basically confirms what Qisha told us about the new RS 6/7 being a world dominator? the way i see it when the S6 already beats M5 and AMG according to comparisons (and confirmed by you) then the RS will make them it's bitch....

[Fonzie Audi]

Very nicely written comparo, Fonz. Congrats on the new car.
And welcome back! Can't wait to see what you due to the exhaust (you never seem to disappoint).

Thank you! What a warm reception.. man I missed this forum


So the S6 feels like its that much faster? then what your saying basically confirms what Qisha told us about the new RS 6/7 being a world dominator? the way i see it when the S6 already beats M5 and AMG according to comparisons (and confirmed by you) then the RS will make them it's bitch....

It really does feel that fast, yes. 1/4 mile times are better than butt dyno though.. another week or two of breaking in first

[ZCD2.7T]

Very nicely written comparo, Fonz. Congrats on the new car.
...

2nd!

Yah, I'd think that a 5200 rpm AWD launch might get one's attention! :fastm: I know what a 3200 rpm AWD launch feels like, but with all of that V-8TT's extra torque and 2K more RPM, wow...

A co-worker's S6 is in transit right now, so I'm looking forward to a test-drive next week!

[Aronis]

I had the chance to drive the S8, S6, S7, and RS5 a few weeks ago. The S6,7,8 engine note is very subdued. One of the things I did not like. (the engine and exhaust note on the V10 M5 was also very disappointing to me). A sports car needs a bit of growl.

Now the RS5 - that has a nice snarl....

Mike

[Aronis]

oh, one more dig....

Those nice looking seats...

In the S8 you can get the nice look AND the massage seats.
In the S6 you can't get the massage seats with the same styling.....bummer....

Mike

[nyc123]

car sounds great. I also miss my old rs6.. currently debatign rs5 vs s7... tough call cant decide !

[hulio]

car sounds great. I also miss my old rs6.. currently debatign rs5 vs s7... tough call cant decide !

Personally I would get the RS5. RS models aren't here forever, S models are.

[Benman]

Thank you for the great comparo Fonzie! :cheers:

[bmwade]

car sounds great. I also miss my old rs6.. currently debatign rs5 vs s7... tough call cant decide !

Wait a year for RS6/7....or at least 6 months to see what tuning companies do with S6/7!

[marklar182]

Checked out a new S6 today at the dealer. Car is sold so no test drive.

- brakes are MASSIVE.
- rear leg room is a little cramped. RS6 is roomier all around.

[vangelis]

Welcome back Fonz :) and congrats for the new beast :)

[R1]

welcome back Fonzie, yes we remember you specially your loud RS :) and your pretty wifey ;)

any idea who owns / where's your old RS now?

[R1]

oh btw just a reminder Fonz since you are back please don't forget the "Picture Friday" that has been the site's favorite topic back in the days ...

[Fonzie Audi]

oh btw just a reminder Fonz since you are back please don't forget the "Picture Friday" that has been the site's favorite topic back in the days ...


lol.. different girl now ;)

[Ruergard]

lol.. different girl now ;)

But you have not traded down have you? ;)

[ben916]

lol.. different girl now ;)

{please let her be dark hair, dark eyes, tan skin and short like Jen was}

On a side note:
I was at the dealership today and saw a new S6 and a new S7 (heads up display and the seats are amazing! but it has that chubby feeling)
I asked the sales guy "does the S7 have the torque vectoring?" - I got the 1000' glazed look like "huh?!?"

[Fonzie Audi]

{please let her be dark hair, dark eyes, tan skin and short like Jen was}

dark hair, dark eyes, tan skin, shorter than Jen. But instead of Guatemala, from the Philippines

[Dynmicracr]

dark hair, dark eyes, tan skin, shorter than jen. But instead of guatemala, from the philippines

tpiwwop ;)

[ZCD2.7T]

2nd!

Yah, I'd think that a 5200 rpm AWD launch might get one's attention! :fastm: I know what a 3200 rpm AWD launch feels like, but with all of that V-8TT's extra torque and 2K more RPM, wow...

A co-worker's S6 is in transit right now, so I'm looking forward to a test-drive next week!

Sooooo, my "next week" test drive turned out to be yesterday instead, but here are my impressions:

Sound: Sounds great - could be louder, but seems appropriate for an "S" car, rather than an "RS" car.

Transmission: Doesn't seem to shift as quickly as the DSG in my B8 S4. Still quick, just with a longer pause in the flow of power.

Handling: Not in the same league as my STaSIS-suspended B8 S4. Much more isolated and with more roll, dive and squat. Not saying it doesn't handle well, because it does, but it feels more "sporty luxury car" to me than "sports sedan"

Quietness/smoothness: S6 is much quieter and smoother than my car, and than the RS 6 I've driven.

Speed/power: I didn't try launch control out of respect for the fact that it wasn't my car, but from a roll, it's not as immediately responsive as my S4. It doesn't have "turbo lag" in the traditional sense, where there's nothing then everything all at once, but still takes a moment or two to build power and really go. This impression may be more a reaction to the difference in power delivery between a supercharged engine and a turbocharged engine, but in the cut and thrust of traffic, my car gives me more options. I have little doubt that given enough room the S6 would walk away from my (tuned) S4, but I'd bet they'd be pretty darn close up to 110 mph or so.

Interior: S6 is much more impressive inside - beautiful design and outstanding quality, with clearly better materials throughout. Compared to the C5 RS6? No comparison - S6 hands down.

Overall: Beautiful, impressive car. My S4 is more fun to drive, but the S6 is more relaxing and luxurious. Tough choices, huh? :)

[ben916]

dark hair, dark eyes, tan skin, shorter than Jen. But instead of Guatemala, from the Philippines

still waiting for proof :)

[R1]

i second the motion

also waiting for proof :)

take note, it's TGIF

"picture Friday"

[Aronis]

Fonzie, what do you make of the cylinder deactivation?

I am getting 31 mpg on the highway with cruise on 70....LOL....(A8L 4.0 T).....fun engine....

Mike

[Fonzie Audi]

Fonzie, what do you make of the cylinder deactivation?

I am getting 31 mpg on the highway with cruise on 70....LOL....(A8L 4.0 T).....fun engine....

Mike

I'm not sure if I'm driving the car gingerly enough to get a fair mpg rating yet. Still breaking her in :)

[Jimmy Joe]

Congratulations, Mike.