1999 BMW M5 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1982 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M5 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
