2009 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2009 BMW M6 and 2009 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 432 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
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, 2009 Ford Ka, 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
