1985 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 256 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 411 kg more than 1985 BMW M5.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5. 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 BMW M5 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M5 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |