1994 BMW M5 vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
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 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2007 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
