1986 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan 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 199 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | BMW | Dacia |
| Model | M6 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
