1986 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 162 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1986 BMW M6.

Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.

Compare all specifications:

1986 BMW M6 2012 Land Rover Defender
Make BMW Land Rover
Model M6 Defender
Year Released 1986 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3453 cc 2402 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.4 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 2708 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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