2006 BMW 745 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 745 | M6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |