2009 BMW M6 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 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 218 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840. 1996 BMW 840 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. 1996 BMW 840 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 840 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |