1983 BMW M6 vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 BMW M6. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW M6 | 1992 BMW 850 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 850 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |