2004 BMW 318 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | M6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2781 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |