1993 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 416 kg more than 1993 BMW M5.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M5 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
