545i = SWEET

[SupraRZ]

My gf drove the 545i this weekend at Lexus's Taste of Luxury event, where they bring out competitor cars for comparison. There was no comparison between 545i and the GS430.

I shut off the traction control and told the gf to floor it thru the slalom and the funniest thing happened.... the car started tail swapping from corner to corner, I couldn't even believe my gf tail swapped the car hahahahahah!

So next I took the E500 out... nice and torqey, but I almost lost it trying to do a tailswap LOL.

[singhss]

Whats a tailswap?

[bmw325]

My gf drove the 545i this weekend at Lexus's Taste of Luxury event, where they bring out competitor cars for comparison. There was no comparison between 545i and the GS430.

I shut off the traction control and told the gf to floor it thru the slalom and the funniest thing happened.... the car started tail swapping from corner to corner, I couldn't even believe my gf tail swapped the car hahahahahah!

So next I took the E500 out... nice and torqey, but I almost lost it trying to do a tailswap LOL.


I really wonder why Lexus still does these events-- they really do themselves a disservice. I can't imagine that anyone is going to like the driving experience of any Lexus (especially around an autocross type of track) over a comparable BMW or even Mercedes. You buy a Lexus because its more reliable, not because it drives or looks better. I went to one in 2000 (prior to the IS300), and they had an ES300 up against a 328i :confused: There was a 2 person line for the ES and about a 40 person line for the 328.

[beewang]

I really wonder why Lexus still does these events-- they really do themselves a disservice. I can't imagine that anyone is going to like the driving experience of any Lexus (especially around an autocross type of track) over a comparable BMW or even Mercedes. You buy a Lexus because its more reliable, not because it drives or looks better. I went to one in 2000 (prior to the IS300), and they had an ES300 up against a 328i :confused: There was a 2 person line for the ES and about a 40 person line for the 328.

If you liked the 545, then you're gonna love the 550 @ appx. 350 HP to be introduced in appx. 18 mos. as 2006 Model Year.

cheers,

beewang :bigpimp:

[bmwmch]

If you liked the 545, then you're gonna love the 550 @ appx. 350 HP to be introduced in appx. 18 mos. as 2006 Model Year.

cheers,

beewang :bigpimp:
with the 5 series a new release and the 545i engine a new engine with great reviews / awards , why would BMW introduce a change ?

[dadtorbn]

If you liked the 545, then you're gonna love the 550 @ appx. 350 HP to be introduced in appx. 18 mos. as 2006 Model Year.

cheers,

beewang :bigpimp:

??? M5 - V10 ???

[beewang]

??? M5 - V10 ???

No.. no.. I understand that the 5.0 V8 engine will enable performance of closely match of the E39 S62 M5.

The E60 S65 M5 will have the V10 with 500 HP

Interesting thou, that the S65 engine for the new M5 will be the "detuned" version. As the full power is unleashed on the E63 M6 with additional 82 HP. Same engine, exhaust and intake. Looks like the new M6 is the Munich's favorite child. ;)

cheers,

beewang :bigpimp:

[SupraRZ]

Hmmm I forgot to add, that I liked the interior of the old 5 series lol.

Tail swap = allowing car to slide/drift from side to side to side without losing control.. basically you induce a drift, then you overcorrect for the tail to swing out the other way, then countersteer + overcorrect causing the tail to swing back... so the car keeps swapping tails.

[///Mug]

If you liked the 545, then you're gonna love the 550 @ appx. 350 HP to be introduced in appx. 18 mos. as 2006 Model Year.

cheers,

beewang :bigpimp:

Kinda like the E39 545 you predicted to appear in 2002?? :thumbup: :rofl:

[beewang]

Kinda like the E39 545 you predicted to appear in 2002?? :thumbup: :rofl:

1) I did not "Predict" As I am not fortune teller. :confused:

2) Definition of rumor:

ru·mor ( P ) Pronunciation Key (rmr)
n.
a)A piece of unverified information of uncertain origin usually spread by word of mouth.
b)Unverified information received from another; hearsay.

If you want confirmed info, then click here!! (http://www.automobilemag.com/) and stop reading this board :rolleyes:

and quit busting my chops jacka$$!! :D

beewang :bigpimp:

[SupraRZ]

Flame on! :rofl:

[///Mug]

Hey Bee, can you post a direct link to the article that confirms the 550? I can't find it. :confused:

[DotBalm]

Can anyone provide links to rumored upcoming M5 vs M6 engine hp difference? Looking around, haven't found anything yet. Will keep looking.

Thanks

Oh, and Go Bears! :beerchug:

[dadtorbn]

Hey Bee, can you post a direct link to the article that confirms the 550? I can't find it. :confused:

Maybe this engine is compatible with the 5 series? :dunno:
http://www.bmwusa.com/vehicles/X5/48is/techdata.htm


Engine
Engine type 4-overhead-cam 32-valve V-8
Bore x stroke 3.66 x 3.48 / 93.0 x 88.3 in/mm
Displacement 292.9 / 4799 cu in/cc
Compression ratio 10.5:1
Power @ rpm 355 @ 6200 hp
Torque @ rpm 369 @ 3500 lb-ft

:dunno:

Uhm... Obviously no link to something highlighting a 550 plans so this doesn't even qualify as a rumor just pointing a a possible engine that BMW has in their offerings.