Along with three driver-selectable stability-control modes, three settings for throttle response, three firmness levels for the shocks, and three shift-speed options, the have-it-your-way 2013 BMW M5 offers you three steering modes, the which progressively Reduced-boost . There's so much torque Steaming AFT That event with an electronically locked-plate clutch differential and larger 295/35 tires Michelin Pilot SuperSport rear, the back end breaks easily grip from a standstill under a wide-open acceleration. The Stated reason for the 4.4 's Lofty redline is track lappers WHO may want to hold gears longer, but We suspect the real reason is to pay tribute to M's heritage of Lofty top ends: The old E60's V-10 spun to 8250
The basics Remain the Same, but 2013 BMW M5 throttle-less Valvetronic induction control is deployed on the S63 TU, as are larger turbos and intercoolers, different injectors and control electronics, and a higher compression ratio of 10.0:1. The power delivery is-We dare say it-almost-like diesel. The seven-speed Getrag dual-clutch automatic, a reinforced version of the M3's optional units, is geared tall, with a double overdrive and a 3.15:1 final drive, Both to save fuel and to take advantage of the engine's power curve, or relative lack of curve, as it were the resource persons. "Says Albert Biermann, vice president of engineering for BMW's M division. "Solution: Scream Louder. One thing BMW did were the resource persons Hear the complaints about the E60's small fuel tank.
2013 BMW M5 Division used to build only high-revving, normally aspirated engines, but that changed with the turbocharged 1 Series M Coupe, X5 M and X6 M. It revs to 7200 rpm. In typical German fashion, the maximum velocity is limited to 155 mph, but opting for the M Driver's Pack increases the limit to 190 mph. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, known as M DCT in BMW parlance.
