1986 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 25 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 56 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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i40 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 BMW M5 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | M5 | i40 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |