1994 BMW 518 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 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 386 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. 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 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518. 2008 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 518 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 518 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
