1995 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 18 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 805 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M5 | G |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
