2007 BMW M6 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
