2009 BMW M6 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | M5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |