2007 BMW M6 vs. 2008 BMW 320

To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 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 339 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M6 2008 BMW 320
Make BMW BMW
Model M6 320
Year Released 2007 2008
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 161 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.2 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.6 seconds 8.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1460 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 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L