1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1995 BMW Dinan. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Dinan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan. 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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW Dinan | 2009 BMW M5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Dinan | M5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 520 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |