1995 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 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 996 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | 996 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1494 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 | 64 L |