1993 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 20 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 BMW M5. (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 989 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |