1996 BMW 735 vs. 2004 BMW M5
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 BMW M5.
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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2004 BMW M5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 735 | M5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |