1984 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (266 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 16 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M6 | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |