2004 BMW M6 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 328 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |