1995 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
