2007 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer 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 224 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer, 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 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Soarer. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |