2006 BMW M6 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Starion 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 405 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M6 | Starion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
