1986 BMW M5 vs. 1986 Caterham 1700
To start off, both 1986 BMW M5 and 1986 Caterham 1700 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 50 more horse power than 1986 Caterham 1700. (168 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Caterham 1700.
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. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1986 Caterham 1700 has manual transmission. 1986 Caterham 1700 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 BMW M5 | 1986 Caterham 1700 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | M5 | 1700 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 36 L |
