1994 BMW M5 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 13 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 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 391 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
