1986 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 24 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M5.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M5. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 74 L |
