1985 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 25 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1985 BMW M5.
Because 1985 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 1985 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5, 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
