1986 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1249 kg more 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M5. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 2768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |