1985 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos 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 136 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 5 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, 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 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. 2011 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 BMW M5 | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M5 | Eos |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |