1980 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Daewoo Leganza
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Leganza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Leganza weights approximately 9 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
Because 1980 BMW M5 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 1980 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Leganza, 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Leganza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1999 Daewoo Leganza | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | M5 | Leganza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
