1995 BMW M5 vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 1997 Ford Royale is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 1995 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1997 Ford Royale | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Royale |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
