From RS 6 to S6

[LU-RS6]

Well I guess the only way of finding out is seeing a test between new S6 and RS6. i'll keep an eye on youtube till something pops up..

[Leadfoot]

Found something quite interesting on Youtube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esoDV...related&search=

Looks like the S6 would head to 180mph if it wasn't for the limiter.

[AndyBG]

That car ISN'T joke, I'm telling you !

[LU-RS6]

Leadfoot thanks for posting the vid. I must say, impressive!
Last tacho speed I saw was about 275km/h. In my knowledge the ur-RS6 is capable of about 300km/h on the tacho.


Best regards
LU-RS6

[ott]

Maybe I haven't read this thread thoroughly enough, but is there already a test/comparison available somewhere on the web between the RS6 and the new S6? I just want to know how scared I should be the moment I encounter a new S6 on the autobahn

On page 2 there is little story about my personal experience RS6 vs. S6 on autobahn.

[LU-RS6]

ott thanks, I have read it, seems one has to stay attentive and one has to be in the right gear to beat the S6 on the highway. I can't wait till my first encounter with an S6...

Best regards
LU-RS6

[Benman]

I wouldn't be to sure that the old RS6 would out handle the new S6 if the S4v8 is anything to go by. It will beat the RS6 on any twisty road or twisty track you care to name regardless of the extra power of the RS6.

No way Jose.

Pure physics. The new S6 is 300+lbs heavier than the UrRS 6 and most of that weight is towards the front. Now, combine that with the power deficit and there is no way it is faster around a track. Will have to wait for official numbers, but I'm confident it will not beat a RS 6 in the twisties.

Guys, the S6 is a great car, just don't expect it to be a RS 6 beater...

Ben

[noushy]

Also remember that the RS6 corners a little flatter, given the DRC. The S6 is firm, but more luxury than sport. I expect the new RS6 to outhandle both the old one and the S6, probably breaking 8 mins around the ring.

Peace,
Noushy

[AndyBG]

What about C6 S6s 40/60 for rear benefit quattro?

Is that any advantage over old power transfer with the RS 6?

[Benman]

What about C6 S6s 40/60 for rear benefit quattro?

Is that any advantage over old power transfer with the RS 6?

It is a benifit to traction, but not actual phsyics. Physics are physics and the new S6 is just plain heavier with less HP and Torque, plain and simple. There is just no way it can overcome this.

The MkI RS 6 overcame inferior physics compared to the M5 with more HP and all wheel drive. Since the RS 6 and S6 both have quattro, the only hope the S6 could have would be more power or less weight. It has neither.

The S6 is a great car, but it was meant to replace the S6. It was not meant to replace the RS 6.

Ben

[Leadfoot]

Ben, after sampling the new 40/60 split quattro system on a newer S4 than mine I will have to disagree with you on this. I know the S6 is a lot heavier and this will go against it on the straights, but after seeing the difference on the corners between the two version I would definitely have to say the S6 will have it in the corners. By the way the S4 is 1680Kgs and on the twisties there is no doubt it's more controlled than the RS6, I tried both back to back before I bought mine and the new quattro system has only improved this.

I don't doubt it would be hellish close between them and on different tracks one would have the advantage over the other. Only time will tell who is correct.

[Benman]

Only time will tell who is correct.

I agree my friend, we'll just have to wait and see...

Ben

[AndyBG]

The S6 is a great car, but it was meant to replace the S6. It was not meant to replace the RS 6.

Of course.

I just think that S6 is some four years younger and in these times that isn't short period of time. I think that C6 S6 is more balanced and more rafined car than C5 RS 6, wich is, IMHO opinion logical, it's newer car.

It has better gearbox, 40/60 quattro and, without any offence, less powerfull, but smoother engine.

All in all, i think it is more focused car.

[AndyBG]

The S6 is a great car, but it was meant to replace the S6. It was not meant to replace the RS 6.

Of course.

I just think that S6 is some four years younger and in these times that isn't short period of time. I think that C6 S6 is more balanced and more rafined car than C5 RS 6, wich is, IMHO opinion logical, it's newer car.

It has better gearbox, 40/60 quattro and, without any offence, less powerfull, but smoother engine.

All in all, i think it is more focused car.

New RS 6 is going to replace old one, and I expect it make some impresion!

[Benman]

Of course.

I think that C6 S6 is more balanced and more rafined car than C5 RS 6, wich is, IMHO opinion logical, it's newer car.

I'd agree with that.

Ben

[SoCal]

Yes, I with that agree, too. Andy and Ben, all good comments.

[AndyBG]

to that... !

Here is a litle video of S6...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7U9TGdF_sFQ

[noushy]

Guys, the 40/60 split is an attempt to capture some of the rear drive feel and handling as well as give the front tires a little break in order to better cope with steering. BMW did this a while back with the first gen 325ix, and made it rear biased. The commentary on that car was that the all wheel drive was almost unnoticeable compared to the 325is. Audi is trying to shift quattro towards sport, and that is a bold and welcomed move. I have driven a newer S4, and it certainly has a little better steering feel, and more umph from behind (not sure if that is scientific). It certainly is easier to lay down the power, and still keep all four wheels turning.

Peace,
Noushy