1986 BMW M5 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 21 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 91 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |
