2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
