1986 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Vector M12
To start off, 2005 Vector M12 is newer by 19 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vector M12 weights approximately 125 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, 2005 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2005 Vector M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Vector |
| Model | M6 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
