1996 BMW 740 vs. 2006 BMW M6
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 740. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2006 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
