1986 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 14 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 90 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3260 mm |
