1985 BMW M5 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 28 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 BMW M5. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 580 kg more than 1985 BMW M5. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 BMW M5 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 6 series |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |