2008 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 HP) has 600 more horse power than 2008 BMW M6. (500 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW M6. 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.
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2008 BMW M6 | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | M6 | Agera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 1100 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Biofuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |