1986 BMW M6 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 26 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 166 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
