1986 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M5. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | M5 | Charger |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |