1988 BMW M6 vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600, 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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
