2009 BMW M6 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 433 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M6 | 88 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 519 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2240 mm |