2005 Acura TSX vs. 1985 BMW M5
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX.
Because 1985 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 1985 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX, 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 1985 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TSX | M5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
