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Audi made a sudden move with the introduction of the 2009 RS6 Audi. Specific technical details and information have been handed over to the media, which eagerly learned about the new upcoming supercar.

Initially details and pictures were to be released at the Paris Motor Show, however spy photographers have caught a glimpse of the car, which might have caused the early release.

With numbers that make the RS6 overpower the M5, this car has a lot going for it. Powered by a twin-turbo 5 liter v10, it has gobs of power. Due to it's direct injection technology and the 2 turbos, it rips up the pavement with 580hp and 479lb. ft. of torque.

For optimum oiling, Audi went with a dry-sump system, which is also found on high end limited production cars such as the ZL-1 Corvette.

It's optioned from the factory with an automatic transmission, which has cut shift times by half compared to other models. Shifting is achieved by either paddles on the steering wheel, or moving the shifter as a manual.

 

Amazing how they can build a car that makes a person weak in the knees and already tremble in fear. Fantastic car. I used to see an older RS6 at a Starbucks nearby and I remember having to force myself to put my eyes back on the road so not to cause an accident.