1984 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 26 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 103 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 55 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4. 2010 Toyota RAV4 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. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
