1994 BMW 518 vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. 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 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 518 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2889 mm |
