1984 BMW M6 vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1984 BMW M6 and 1984 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 193 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |