1988 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 BMW M5. (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | Escalade |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |