1986 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 18 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M6 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
