2007 BMW M6 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 6 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 189 more horse power than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 338 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | ActiveHybrid 7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |