2008 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 379 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. 2008 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | M6 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
