i4 M50 vs i5 M60 xDrive
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The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the i5 M60 xDrive beats the i4 M50 comfortably, finishing 0.26 seconds ahead. It's the 57 extra horsepower talking — the i5 M60 xDrive simply has more grunt to throw at the strip.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: i4 M50 is $70,000 vs $85,000 for the i5 M60 xDrive — a $15,000 gap. Power: i5 M60 xDrive makes 57 hp more (536 vs 593). 0–100 km/h: i5 M60 xDrive is 0.20s quicker (3.9s vs 3.7s). Top speed: i5 M60 xDrive runs to 230 km/h, 5 km/h higher than i4 M50.
FAQ
Which is faster, the i4 M50 or the i5 M60 xDrive?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the i5 M60 xDrive is faster, beating the i4 M50 by 0.26 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the i4 M50 vs the i5 M60 xDrive?
The i4 M50 hits 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, while the i5 M60 xDrive does it in 3.7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The i4 M50 produces 536 hp; the i5 M60 xDrive produces 593 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The i4 M50 tops out at 225 km/h, and the i5 M60 xDrive reaches 230 km/h.
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