1984 BMW M6 vs. 1977 BMW 732
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1977 BMW 732 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 732 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |