1985 BMW 325 vs. 1986 BMW M6
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1985 BMW 325. 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1986 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
