1986 BMW M5 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 26 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 38 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | M5 | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |