1998 BMW 330 vs. 1986 BMW M6
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 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 92 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1986 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | M6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |