1995 BMW M5 vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 6 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 9 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 BMW M3. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
