2007 BMW M6 vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign M12 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1991 Italdesign M12. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Italdesign M12.
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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Italdesign M12. (450 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Italdesign M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | M6 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
