2006 BMW M6 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944.
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 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | 944 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |