1986 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
