2006 BMW M5 vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Supra. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
