1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Daimler 4.2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Daimler | BMW |
| Model | 4.2 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2851 mm |
