1994 BMW M5 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 92 L |