1985 BMW M5 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 26 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 79 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 118 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |