2007 BMW M6 vs. 2007 BMW 320

To start off, both 2007 BMW M6 and 2007 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 352 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M6 2007 BMW 320
Make BMW BMW
Model M6 320
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.2 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 218 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.6 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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