2009 BMW M6 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 3 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 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 379 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 116 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |