1999 Toyota XYR vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota XYR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota XYR would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1999 Toyota XYR. (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota XYR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota XYR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota XYR | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | XYR | M6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2851 mm |
