1994 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 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 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 204 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M5 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 451 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |