m3 vs m5

FattyK · 07-19-2009, 12:31 PM

Which would u get. m3 or m5? i'm in a delima deciding between the 2. Pls help me list down the pros n cons and the difference of the 2. Which car handles better?
thanks

r53s65e90 · 07-19-2009, 01:34 PM

m5 is a boat compared to the m3. The m3 is already too big anyway.

the m5 is bowing out soon. Wait for the new one to come out then compare. If you absolutely need such a car now and if it has to be a BMW, the m3 is the way to go.

Epik · 07-19-2009, 02:40 PM

M5 is bigger, bit more luxury, faster straight line, not as nimble, bit classier and more status, not as stunning aesthetically but still easy on the eyes.

jimh103 · 07-19-2009, 08:27 PM

M3 FTW

zenderm3 · 07-19-2009, 08:35 PM

M3... all the way!

Year's_End · 07-19-2009, 10:51 PM

Depends.

The M5 has the seriously understated, executive I'll-fuck-your-day-up look down pat. I've always admired it for that, and for the driving dynamics.

It did feel extremely heavy at the 2 Day M School though...

If I was late 20's+ I would more strongly consider the M5. I like the M3 for its mod community too.

mPlasticDesign · 07-19-2009, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ISFail

M5,,,,6 speed

You have got to be the only person in the world who thinks the 6mt + M5's V10 is a good thing. It is a horrible mismatched mess! The 7spd SMG III FTMFW!

330CIZHP · 07-19-2009, 11:48 PM

I have driven both. M3 with 6 speed all the way. The M5 is massively powerful, but feels like a heavy boat limosine of a car at 4000 lbs. The M3 is 400 lbs lighter. It is not as fast in a straight line and is not as brutish in acceleration, but it is far more balanced when it comes to nimbleness, agility and control.

M3ltdown · 07-20-2009, 08:06 AM

Dont feed the Troll guys

Donbona · 07-20-2009, 08:28 AM

No recall for DCT!

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Originally Posted by ISFail

ooops, another satisfied DCT owner. How's that recall working out

and I love someone who lists an air filter along with their stock 19 inch wheels in their sig............dude, your car is stock!

M3ltdown · 07-20-2009, 08:36 AM

hahahaha... love the reply, ISFail

Sorry man... you cant bait me.

M3ltdown · 07-20-2009, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by ISFail

I tried.........relax, M3's are sick!

I gotta give you props though, you're a pretty good fisherman here! But I've baited quite a few people on other boards myself

...and I do like the ISF. Between the ISF, M3 and C63, the ISF was actually my first choice. But my wife and I had a problem with rear leg room, so we went with the M. Other than that, the ISF is a beast.

MJC///M3 · 07-20-2009, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ISFail

I tried.........relax, M3's are sick!

yes...M3's are sick!!

ISF...you ended up getting a turbo???

how you liking it? I would kill to have a turbo...hopefully one day!

mPlasticDesign · 07-20-2009, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ISFail

No, I have met others who have upgraded their clutches and flywheels.........SMG and DCT are complete failures and are the laughing stock of the car community. I thought Tiptronic was bad

It's one thing to fish, but you're just showing us you really don't know what you're talking about. You have met others who have upgraded their "clutches and fylwheeks"? LOL. That will do nothing to resolve the mismatched gearing of the 6MT and V10. Thanks for the laugh IS, you have failed once again...

mPlasticDesign · 07-20-2009, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ISFail

you got me.........I guess I'm just another misinformed internet fanboy! I really don't know anyone who has upgraded their clutch in their M5.... No wonder this place feels like home

Does this mean i'm out of the trust tree?

Remember saying this? Just substitute the ISF with M5!

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Originally Posted by ISFail

.....Anyone who comments on the IS-F(M5) and its transmission unless they have real world experience driving it, should have zero credibility on this topic in my opinion!....

cj350 · 07-20-2009, 09:41 AM

m5 if you have a big family

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Year's_End Lieutenant General 1138 Rep 12,444 Posts Drives: 2020 Shelby GT350 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: FL iTrader: (0)	Depends. The M5 has the seriously understated, executive I'll-fuck-your-day-up look down pat. I've always admired it for that, and for the driving dynamics. It did feel extremely heavy at the 2 Day M School though... If I was late 20's+ I would more strongly consider the M5. I like the M3 for its mod community too. __________________ Past: '08 E92 335i\|ZPP\|ZSP\|6AT Past: '15 Mustang GT\|401A\|PP\|6MT Current: '20 Shelby GT350\|6MT
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330CIZHP Major 62 Rep 1,211 Posts Drives: BMW 330 CI ZHP Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Calgary, Alberta iTrader: (0)	I have driven both. M3 with 6 speed all the way. The M5 is massively powerful, but feels like a heavy boat limosine of a car at 4000 lbs. The M3 is 400 lbs lighter. It is not as fast in a straight line and is not as brutish in acceleration, but it is far more balanced when it comes to nimbleness, agility and control.
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