1994 BMW M5 vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 16 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 133 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 123 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
