2008 BMW M6 vs. 1992 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 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 359 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1992 BMW 318. 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318. 2008 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1992 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
