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.
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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 |