1986 BMW M5 vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 1986 BMW M5 and 1986 Fiat Croma 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) has 137 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. 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 Fiat Croma, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M5 | Croma |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |