1984 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 Chevrolet Tahoe (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1984 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1984 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
