2009 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2009 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | M6 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
