2008 BMW M6 vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle, 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, 2008 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M6 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
