2009 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 374 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 598 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
