2009 BMW M6 vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit 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 415 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2001 Honda Fit, 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M6 | Fit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |