1986 BMW M5 vs. 1986 BMW 325
To start off, both 1986 BMW M5 and 1986 BMW 325 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 47 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW 325 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.
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1986 BMW M5 | 1986 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 325 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |