1983 BMW M6 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 26 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 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 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
