1984 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 565 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M6 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2895 mm |
