2006 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 397 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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 M6 (705 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Biscayne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
