2006 BMW 745 vs. 1988 BMW M6
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 18 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1988 BMW M6. 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M6. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1988 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
