1986 BMW M6 vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 9 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M6 | Argento Viva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |