1998 BMW 316 vs. 1986 BMW M6
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1986 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
