1984 BMW M6 vs. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 299 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | M6 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |