1984 BMW M6 vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 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 182 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
