1994 BMW M5 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 15 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, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
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 (401 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
