1985 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 544 kg more than 1985 BMW M6.
Because 1985 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 BMW M6 (334 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (332 Nm). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M6 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | M6 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3451 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |