2007 BMW M6 vs. 1998 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Saloon 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 @ 7750 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1998 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1998 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton Saloon, 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1998 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | M6 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2390 mm |
