2009 BMW M6 vs. 1998 BMW M
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M 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 172 more horse power than 1998 BMW M. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 170 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1998 BMW M | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |