1985 BMW M6 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M6 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
