1983 BMW M6 vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW M6 | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | M6 | 950 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |