1984 BMW M6 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 25 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, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 BMW M6. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
