1994 BMW M5 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M5 | SL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
