1986 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 27 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1986 BMW M5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M5. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M5 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 117 L |
