1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1986 BMW M6
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6.
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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1986 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Pickster | M6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
