1995 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 305 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |