1994 BMW M5 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 17 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 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 335 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
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 | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |