1993 BMW M5 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 BMW M5. (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1993 BMW M5. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M5 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 148 L |
