2007 BMW M6 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 325 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
