1983 BMW M6 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 28 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 143 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 392 kg more than 1983 BMW M6.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
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1983 BMW M6 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | M6 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |