1995 BMW M5 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 14 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 BMW M5. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 550 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |