1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 AMC Pacer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 AMC Pacer 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 442 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Pacer | M6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |