2008 BMW 650 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 650 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
