1995 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 4 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 208 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Acura EL, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | M5 | EL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
