2009 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 352 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 75 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M6 2008 Volkswagen Bora
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model M6 Bora
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.2 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L