2009 BMW M6 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 500 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 519 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
