1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2005 BMW M6
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 801 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2005 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2005 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Turbo | M6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
