2009 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL 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 373 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Acura EL, 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 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | M6 | EL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2619 mm |
