1994 BMW M5 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 19 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 BMW M5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
