1990 BMW M3 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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, 2008 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
