1995 BMW M5 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
