1986 BMW M6 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 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 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 675 kg more than 1986 BMW M6. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
