2006 BMW M5 vs. 1985 Buick Estate
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Estate. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 1985 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M5 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
