2006 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2006 BMW M6 and 2006 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 350 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 2006 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW M6 2006 Toyota Camry
Make BMW Toyota
Model M6 Camry
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4997 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.2 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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