1985 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 BMW M5. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 816 kg more than 1985 BMW M5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M5 | Titan |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |