2009 BMW M5 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (72 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2009 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | M5 | Tagora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2304 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |