1986 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element 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 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 52 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 BMW M5.
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, 2010 Honda Element, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M5 | Element |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
