2009 BMW M6 vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard

To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Leopard 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 403 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1983 Nissan Leopard. 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 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Leopard. 1983 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M6 1983 Nissan Leopard
Make BMW Nissan
Model M6 Leopard
Year Released 2009 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 500 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2630 mm