2009 BMW M6 vs. 1984 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 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 413 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1984 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
