1985 BMW M6 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 25 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 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 BMW M6.
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, 1985 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M6 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 125 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3451 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |