1984 BMW M6 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 18 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 121 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | M6 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
