1986 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 22 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 BMW M5. 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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M5. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M5 | I-350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 74 L |
