1994 BMW 740 vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1994 BMW 740. 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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2009 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
