Cars - BMW M6

	Cars - BMW M6

The BMW M6 is a high-performance version of the BMW 6-Series automobile, designed by BMW Motorsport.

E24 M635CSi/M6

In 1983 BMW took the M88/3 engine, a modified version of the M88/1 from the BMW M1 and put it in the E24 chassis of the BMW 6-Series, creating the M635CSi. In some markets, the car was sold as the M6. The same engine was fitted into the E28 BMW M5 saloon.

The DOHC engine was mounted at a 30° angle to fit under the hood of the 6-Series. The M6 also had improved suspension, servo-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes, and a close ratio manual gearbox.

The M6 was critically acclaimed throughout its lifespan for its elegant, aggressive "shark-nose" styling, its well-appointed luxury features, and its quick performance. M6's can be distinguished from other E24 models by a larger air dam, M6 badges on the grille and back, and a subtle spoiler.

In the U.S., the E24 M6 was fitted with the catalysed S38 motor, producing 256 hp (191 kW) and 243 ft·lbf (329 N·m) of torque. The European version did not need catalysts, and produced 286 hp (213 kW) and 251 ft·lbf (340 N·m) of torque. The M6 was good for a 0-60 mph (97 km/h) time of 6.4 and 6.8 seconds for the American and European versions, respectively. However, Car and Driver Magazine tested the U.S. M6 in November of 1987 and achieved a 0-60 mph (97 km/h) time of 6.1 seconds. Also in 1987 Road and Track featured the U.S. M6 as one of the 10 fastest cars in America.

Production of the M6 ended in 1989, with 5,855 cars sold 1,767 of which were North American (U.S. & Canada) models.

E63 M6

The new BMW M6 made its debut at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show. It is based on the BMW E63/E64 6-Series, introduced in 2005. It shares the same 5.0 L V10 S85 engine and SMG III gearbox with the E60 M5, and produces 507 ps (373 kW) / 384 ft·lbf (521 N·m).

BMW claims it will accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.6 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

The M6 will have the same 'power button' as the M5 which modifies the throttle response. From ignition, the car delivers 400 hp (298 kW), but engaging the button allows the full 507 ps. It weighs 1710 kg (3770 lb) thanks to a carbon fibre roof panel as well as thermoplastic front wings, aluminium doors and bonnet and compound boot lid.

Initially it will only be available as a coupe, although a cabriolet and a lightweight CSL version are expected in 2006 and 2007 respectively. It can be visually distinguished by its deeper front valance with air intakes, more contoured side sills and a rear valance with diffuser as well as four tail pipes.

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Cars - BMW M6

E24 M635CSi/M6

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