1986 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 17 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 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M5 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
