2006 BMW M6 vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet 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 443 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet.
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 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
