1994 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 12 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M5 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
