1986 BMW M5 vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 4 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 122 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo. 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, 1990 Ford Tempo, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
