1986 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |