1986 BMW M6 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 20 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 107 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1986 BMW M6.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 523 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |