Sunny
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^BMW itself is claiming 3.7s (according to this article - http://www.motorauthority.com/news/...m5-official-details-on-the-600-hp-super-sedan) vs 4.2 for the normal one.
The BMW M5 is a high-performance variant of the BMW 5 Series marketed under the BMW M sub-brand. It is considered an iconic vehicle in the sports saloon category. The first M5 model was hand-built beginning in late 1984 on the E28 535i chassis with a modified engine from the M1 that made it the fastest production saloon at the time. M5 models have been produced for every generation of the 5 Series since 1984, with occasional gaps in production (1995 to 1998, 2023 to 2024). Official website: BMW M
klier
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BMW is claiming 3.9 secs in the press release. 3.7 0-60 MPH maybe.
Normal M5 managed 3.88 s 0-100 kph in Sportscars with a 0-200 time of 11.8 s. They said it had much more power than claimed... so I'm guessing this limited edition model will be even more powerful...
Agreed.
I wonder what name? They can't be called "30th Anniversary".
EnI
Piston Pioneer
Btw, BMW M GmbH is getting a new employee ... Audi's Quattro GmbH recently sacked chief Franciscus van Meel. 
Bringing some AWD expertise to M GmbH, and marketing & engineering know-how regarding RS vs S ... to help establish M vs M Performance lines (eg. M2 vs M235i).
Definitely an indication next gen M5 & M6 will (also) be offered with AWD. Rumor has it RWD versions will be offered with manual gearbox only, while AWD versions will only get an automatic.
Bringing some AWD expertise to M GmbH, and marketing & engineering know-how regarding RS vs S ... to help establish M vs M Performance lines (eg. M2 vs M235i).Definitely an indication next gen M5 & M6 will (also) be offered with AWD. Rumor has it RWD versions will be offered with manual gearbox only, while AWD versions will only get an automatic.
manuelf
Kraftkurve King
Some sarcasm in here?
I think it is a very logical development, which is demanded by cars now exceeding 700NM of torque easily ...
and they are still offering a RWD version .... at least for the next generation.
Beemer B773ER
Tire Trailblazer
Btw, BMW M GmbH is getting a new employee ... Audi's Quattro GmbH recently sacked chief Franciscus van Meel.
Definitely an indication next gen M5 & M6 will (also) be offered with AWD. Rumor has it RWD versions will be offered with manual gearbox only, while AWD versions will only get an automatic.
Will be interesting to see what changes he makes to BMW's AWD and how it will be integrated into M DNA.
Does M even have a DNA any more? Serious question.
klier
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SCOTT27
Drift Dynamo
So far its looking like no manual at all for the next M5 and M6 although there is still ample window to decide.
Although a manual will be the mainstay of the M2 , M3 and M4.
xDrive is coming to a non X- M product , but we will ask our customers do you want lightweight? Or more grip?
And we will provide the choice of two models but one cannot be the same as the other despite the extensive weight loss programme that will feature with the M5.
It will be more advanced in Carbon technology than the new M3. Perhaps you can say extensively more advanced in its application. Of course the benefits of Its lightweight chassis will provide more hardcore dynasm than before and utilise its 600 + horsepower effectively but Efficiency is considered important too for some markets. So there will be advanced technology to help with emissions.
The look of the M5 conforms to the more edgier look of today's M models, again honed within the BMW wind tunnel to provide the right amount of downforce and air to the engine. The overall look will be more harder and aerodynamic influenced than the current car with sculpted air curtains beside the brake cooling intakes.
The next M5 will be launched in 2017.
Although a manual will be the mainstay of the M2 , M3 and M4.
xDrive is coming to a non X- M product , but we will ask our customers do you want lightweight? Or more grip?
And we will provide the choice of two models but one cannot be the same as the other despite the extensive weight loss programme that will feature with the M5.
It will be more advanced in Carbon technology than the new M3. Perhaps you can say extensively more advanced in its application. Of course the benefits of Its lightweight chassis will provide more hardcore dynasm than before and utilise its 600 + horsepower effectively but Efficiency is considered important too for some markets. So there will be advanced technology to help with emissions.
The look of the M5 conforms to the more edgier look of today's M models, again honed within the BMW wind tunnel to provide the right amount of downforce and air to the engine. The overall look will be more harder and aerodynamic influenced than the current car with sculpted air curtains beside the brake cooling intakes.
The next M5 will be launched in 2017.
SCOTT27
Drift Dynamo
They're all the best looking
I used to have the E39 M5 as I had an E34 M5 and an E60 M5. I remember it perfectly in Silverstone Metallic. Sadly when it was sold on the owner put some dreadful aftermarket shit on it , but it looked like this before it was destroyed. My only reminder is this 1/18 model that reflects the color and interior specification.
The Amazonite Silver current car is getting replaced this summer. I am in the pool for this one.
The M5 peaked with the E39 and whilst everything since has improved on its abilities they have lost a bit of it's soul in the process.
Having spent the last few months driving the brother's M5 off and on I have one question directed towards BMW about this special edition M5, more power.... like seriously you reckon this was one thing the standard car was lacking in.
Having spent the last few months driving the brother's M5 off and on I have one question directed towards BMW about this special edition M5, more power.... like seriously you reckon this was one thing the standard car was lacking in.
SCOTT27
Drift Dynamo
The M5 peaked with the E39 and whilst everything since has improved on its abilities they have lost a bit of it's sole in the process.
Having spent the last few months driving the brother's M5 off and on I have one question directed towards BMW about this special edition M5, more power.... like seriously you reckon this was one thing the standard car was lacking in.
No there is more than just Power and some exclusive badges.
"improved M-specific Servotronic function as well as an improved M Dynamic mode, prepared to use the full potential of the increased power and traction."
https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/download.html?textId=219454&textAttachmentId=265025
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BMW AG that manufactures high-performance luxury cars. BMW M ("M" for "motorsport")
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in the 1960s and 1970s. As time passed, BMW M began to supplement BMW's vehicle
portfolio with specially modified higher trim models, for which they are now most
known by the general public. These M-badged cars traditionally include modified engines,
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to set them apart from their counterparts. All M models are tested and tuned at BMW's
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