Need help shopping for some characters

Hi
I want to take advantage of the sale on Michael 4 and Victoria figures (80% off I believe) but I first need to understand what it is that I am buying and if there maybe is something better that I should be buying. what is the difference between Michael 4 and Michael 6 figures apart from the fact that they look different? Is one better than the other in some particular way. Maybe one is based upon a more recent and better technology than the other? what should I be looking for? Same applies to Victoria. I find it all a bit confusing. :(
I recently downloaded victoria 6 for free. does that then mean I should not bother buying a Victoria 4 pack even if its discounted and seems to have a lot more in it i.e clothes? will the Victoria 4 clothes fit Victoria 6?
questions, questions...
cheers in advance
Comments
The 6th Generation models are newer technology. However, the 4th generation ones are still very popular. Not all products for one figure will be 100% compatible with others...there is a page here with information about what's compatible with which (and what add-ons you might need in order to make them compatible.
I have a thread here with more information about the various figures available. I also recommend taking a look at this one by SickleYield: A DAZ Newbie's Guide to the Figures