1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 BMW M5
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 BMW M5 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (180 Nm). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1986 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
