2009 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Bantam 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 406 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. 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, 2006 Ford Bantam, 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
