1985 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 150 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 451 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
