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 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 44 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 380 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 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.
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1994 BMW M5 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |