1986 BMW M5 vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M5 would be higher. 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 129 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 579 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 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, 1989 Honda Shuttle, 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Shuttle 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 | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M5 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
