1986 BMW M5 vs. 1986 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1986 BMW M5 and 1986 Ford Fiesta 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 143 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 719 kg more than 1986 Ford Fiesta. 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 Ford Fiesta, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fiesta. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2300 mm |
