2009 BMW M6 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa 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 340 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 Toyota Previa, 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa. 2001 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
