2008 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara 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 313 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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 (520 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Solara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 283 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |