1995 BMW M5 vs. 1980 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Carlton.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1980 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | M5 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
