2009 BMW M6 vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century 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 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 Toyota Century. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1977 Toyota Century | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3374 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |