F10 M5
01-11-2010, 06:30 PM
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In our opinion, one of the most exciting BMWs coming out in the next two years, is the redesigned, revamped, reinvented F10 BMW M5. While many of us are still die-hard fans of the current E60 M5, progression and technology advancement has to follow a normal path, and the new BMW M5 promises to deliver that.
The new 2012 BMW M5 is rumored not to be one of the best M to date, and the fastest of course, but also it will incorporate plenty of “green technology”, as part of BMW’s future plans and investment in the EfficientDynamics program. BMW plans to use several new technologies and a KERS system that will put the new M5 ahead of the current model, both in performance and fuel efficiency. With the new model, BMW Motorsport estimates a 20% cut in CO2 emissions.
An updated version of the engine found in the BMW X5 M and X6 M will make its way into the F10 M5. The 4.4-liter V8 twin-scroll powerplant will peak at 578-horsepower and 530 lb-ft of torque, 60 horsepower more than the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, but the same as the Audi RS6.
The car is rumored to feature a modified version of the M3’s M-DCT system, but a second transmission option might be offered as well.
The 0-62 mph dash should take about 4.4 seconds, even though enthusiasts expect lower number. Top speed will be an electronically limited 155 mph, but with this removed the new M5 should top out at 188 mph.
To keep the weight down, BMW will make extensive use of carbon-fiber and aluminum parts, starting with the a carbon-fiber roof. The car’s construction will be a hybrid of an aluminum spaceframe for the front section and a traditional steel monocoque for the passenger compartment and rear. Up front will be an independent suspension with MacPherson struts, with a multi-link layout for the rear.
The F10 BMW M5 will be unveiled at the end of this year with a debut at the Geneva Motor Show in 2011; sales will follow shortly after.
Updated with a new rendering from Autobild
First off, 200 lbs. more torque and it still does 0-60 in 4.4? Shouldn't it be in the 3's by now? And second, the E60 M5 could go over 200, couldn't it? Maybe the E39 could as well, both examples being stock too. Why would this stop at 180ish?
I know these are just "estimates" but either this guy is really underestimating this thing and not giving it enough credit, or the numbers here are true and they've castrated the best super sedan out there.
http://www.bmwblog.com/2010/01/11/car-maga...ew-information/
The new 2012 BMW M5 is rumored not to be one of the best M to date, and the fastest of course, but also it will incorporate plenty of “green technology”, as part of BMW’s future plans and investment in the EfficientDynamics program. BMW plans to use several new technologies and a KERS system that will put the new M5 ahead of the current model, both in performance and fuel efficiency. With the new model, BMW Motorsport estimates a 20% cut in CO2 emissions.
An updated version of the engine found in the BMW X5 M and X6 M will make its way into the F10 M5. The 4.4-liter V8 twin-scroll powerplant will peak at 578-horsepower and 530 lb-ft of torque, 60 horsepower more than the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, but the same as the Audi RS6.
The car is rumored to feature a modified version of the M3’s M-DCT system, but a second transmission option might be offered as well.
The 0-62 mph dash should take about 4.4 seconds, even though enthusiasts expect lower number. Top speed will be an electronically limited 155 mph, but with this removed the new M5 should top out at 188 mph.
To keep the weight down, BMW will make extensive use of carbon-fiber and aluminum parts, starting with the a carbon-fiber roof. The car’s construction will be a hybrid of an aluminum spaceframe for the front section and a traditional steel monocoque for the passenger compartment and rear. Up front will be an independent suspension with MacPherson struts, with a multi-link layout for the rear.
The F10 BMW M5 will be unveiled at the end of this year with a debut at the Geneva Motor Show in 2011; sales will follow shortly after.
Updated with a new rendering from Autobild
First off, 200 lbs. more torque and it still does 0-60 in 4.4? Shouldn't it be in the 3's by now? And second, the E60 M5 could go over 200, couldn't it? Maybe the E39 could as well, both examples being stock too. Why would this stop at 180ish?
I know these are just "estimates" but either this guy is really underestimating this thing and not giving it enough credit, or the numbers here are true and they've castrated the best super sedan out there.
http://www.bmwblog.com/2010/01/11/car-maga...ew-information/
01-11-2010, 07:19 PM
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I agree that with 578 bhp and a truckload of torque, the F10 M5 should reach 62 mph considerably faster than 4.4 second and that the unrestricted top speed should be more like 200 mph.
The car really looks beautiful in the artist's rendering.
The car really looks beautiful in the artist's rendering.
01-11-2010, 09:03 PM
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Especially the rear 3/4 view 
As for breaking into the 3's with the 0-60 times, its a LOT harder than making a car go over 200mph (which in itself is already no easy task). It all boils down to weight and weight will not be on this M5's side. Unfortunately. Still, with a tune to the ECU and maybe a bigger turbo, the F10 M5 should have no trouble cracking the 3's IMHO. But it will never be in the mid or low 3's - maybe like 3.9-3.8
As for breaking into the 3's with the 0-60 times, its a LOT harder than making a car go over 200mph (which in itself is already no easy task). It all boils down to weight and weight will not be on this M5's side. Unfortunately. Still, with a tune to the ECU and maybe a bigger turbo, the F10 M5 should have no trouble cracking the 3's IMHO. But it will never be in the mid or low 3's - maybe like 3.9-3.8
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it looks beautiful, and those numbers, i hope, are wrong... but in reality, hardly anyone's gonna do 200+mph...
it looks beautiful, and those numbers, i hope, are wrong... but in reality, hardly anyone's gonna do 200+mph...
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I actually think the numbers, particularly the 0-100km/hr/0-62mph is correct because... F10 5 Series itself is about 200kg heavier than the similar model of the E60!
So I'm assuming the next F10 M5 will also be heavier than the E60 M5?
So I'm assuming the next F10 M5 will also be heavier than the E60 M5?
