2012 Opel Combo vs. 2013 BMW M6

To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Opel Combo would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.

Because 2013 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 2013 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 2013 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Opel Combo 2013 BMW M6
Make Opel BMW
Model Combo M6
Year Released 2012 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1364 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 552 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 678 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.4 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.6 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4903 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2106 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1374 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2851 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 80 L