1993 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1993 BMW M5. (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M5 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
