1951 Ford Custom vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1951 Ford Custom. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Custom.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2013 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Custom has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Custom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Custom | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Custom | M6 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2106 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2851 mm |
