2009 BMW M3 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 15 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | M5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 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 | 1320 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |