1993 BMW M5 vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
Make | BMW | Daimler |
Model | M5 | 4.2 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |