2006 BMW M6 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari 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 313 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari.
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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M6 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |