1988 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 22 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 435 kg more than 1988 BMW M5.
Because 1988 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 1988 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave, 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5. 2010 Buick Enclave 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. 2010 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 BMW M5 | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M5 | Enclave |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |