1987 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 473 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | M6 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
