1980 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 838 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M5. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
