New BMW M5 is coming, and coming stronger than it was before.

555-580 bhp out of a 4.4L twin turbo power plant.

997 TTs, either 480 hp or 500 hp, how are we going to keep pace with these M5s?

Imagine, after a couple of years, these M5s will get a reflash, increasing power output to 600-650 bhp.

What are we going to do?

I love my 997TT and I dont like the idea of watching the taillights of a 4 door car.

 

Two totally different classes of car, coupe vs sedan no comparison. Each are great in there own way.

Btw, how much will the new M5 weigh? It will be at least 500lbs more.

 

I'm sure the weight of the M5 will keep it from entering 997tt performance territory.

 

Apples vs Oranges... a 2011 car versus a car that came out as a 2007 model? It wont come close to the 2010 997TT.

But I think for a 4 door sedan, it will be a beast.

 

well u always have the choice to boost up ur 997tt no matter what ur up agains .. If this is a big deal to u !
anyhow, why would u campare the new M5 to the 997tt though it's not even available for sale until probably next year !

 

He he...Get a reflash and an exhaust and let them enjoy 911 hips...

 

hahaha ! love the hips part 1+ up ;P

 

A totally absurd comparison.
But I'm sure it would be fun to add an M5 to your stable.

 

CTS-V is already at 556 hp and 551 lb ft, its still not anywhere close to the 997.2 Turbo in a straight line due to its weight difference. If the M5 can do 0-60 in 2.9 and stay with a ZR1 through 130 mph and trap 130 mph I will sell my soul to get one!

 

I think you should stop being a big baby and realize 911 is superior!

 

550i weighs 4400 lbs since its now based on the 7 series, so M5 will most likely weight at least that!

 

power-to-weight ratio still gives the 997TT the clear advantage. No comparison.

 

997.2TT Will still beat it in every performence test you put both of those cars in. The new M5 will be sweet though.

 

I don't understand the question? Just sell one of your existing BMW's or add to your existing BMW collection and buy the new M5 too. It should be the best 4 door (and certainly will be mod friendly) to date.

 

Unless they have the 155mph top speed limiter removed, they will be looking at your tail lights. Other option is to take them into some very tight turns and let all that 4 door mass take over. Best option, just keep modding to stay ahead of them.