2008 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 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 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
