2003 BMW 320 vs. 1988 BMW M6
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. 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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 1988 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | M6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |