1984 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 28 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 2012 Lancia Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 605 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6. 2012 Lancia Voyager 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. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M6 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
