2009 BMW M6 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat 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 @ 7750 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
