BMW M5 Twin Turbo and M7 Prototypes Spied ?
09-10-07, 07:55 AM
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BMW M5 Twin Turbo and M7 Prototypes Spied ?
BMW M5 Twin Turbo and M7 Prototypes Spied
The horsepower race is on, again! BMW's M5 was king of the hill with its hi-revving 507hp V10 until Mercedes released the E 63 AMG with 511hp. Surely only just a few extra horsepower but it still counts as the German premium marques compete with each other.
Now, there’s a new kid in town - the twin-turbo V10 Audi RS 6. With its massive 580 horsepower under the hood, it is speculated that Audi has understated the true horsepower figure of 600hp. How long will the RS 6 hold the throne? Well, most likely until the new Mercedes E 63 AMG is released in mid 2009 with a unconfirmed 544hp, however, it seems based upon these latest spy photos that BMW may have a trick or two planned.
Evidence shows BMW is preparing a slightly more evil version of the M5, and this time it appears to be twin-turbos! According to the photographer who snapped this M5 prototype, the engine sound was different from the usual M5. In addition, clearly visible are the extra air intakes cut in the front bumper. However, take a closer look inside the lower air duct openings on the sides of the front bumper and you'll notice a verticle flap which redirects the air flow into what appears to be sitting behind an intercooler for a turbo.
And while we are on the subject, why not speculate about the testing of an 7 Series based M7. The pictured 7-series prototype has shows a few clues beyind the normal 7-series prototypes that we have been seeing lately. Check out the big air scoop in the hood and two smaller air outlets at the back edge of the hood. Could this be the sign we have been hoping for? It’s known that the new 7 series will be sportier and more fun to drive, so why shouldn’t there also be an M7, after all to compete with Mercedes' S 65 AMG and Audi's potential RS8?
Source : Lehmann Photo-Syndication
The horsepower race is on, again! BMW's M5 was king of the hill with its hi-revving 507hp V10 until Mercedes released the E 63 AMG with 511hp. Surely only just a few extra horsepower but it still counts as the German premium marques compete with each other.
Now, there’s a new kid in town - the twin-turbo V10 Audi RS 6. With its massive 580 horsepower under the hood, it is speculated that Audi has understated the true horsepower figure of 600hp. How long will the RS 6 hold the throne? Well, most likely until the new Mercedes E 63 AMG is released in mid 2009 with a unconfirmed 544hp, however, it seems based upon these latest spy photos that BMW may have a trick or two planned.
Evidence shows BMW is preparing a slightly more evil version of the M5, and this time it appears to be twin-turbos! According to the photographer who snapped this M5 prototype, the engine sound was different from the usual M5. In addition, clearly visible are the extra air intakes cut in the front bumper. However, take a closer look inside the lower air duct openings on the sides of the front bumper and you'll notice a verticle flap which redirects the air flow into what appears to be sitting behind an intercooler for a turbo.
And while we are on the subject, why not speculate about the testing of an 7 Series based M7. The pictured 7-series prototype has shows a few clues beyind the normal 7-series prototypes that we have been seeing lately. Check out the big air scoop in the hood and two smaller air outlets at the back edge of the hood. Could this be the sign we have been hoping for? It’s known that the new 7 series will be sportier and more fun to drive, so why shouldn’t there also be an M7, after all to compete with Mercedes' S 65 AMG and Audi's potential RS8?
Source : Lehmann Photo-Syndication
09-10-07, 08:01 AM
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y would bmw build a twin turbo m5? the whole point of an M is natural aspiration.
i'm not complaining though haha.
and there's that m5 upgraded by some coach company with twin turbos and 850hp and crocodile seats. the turbos are located at the rear of the car near the exhausts...its a pretty amazing car. for 365g's u could drive one home today!
i'm not complaining though haha.
and there's that m5 upgraded by some coach company with twin turbos and 850hp and crocodile seats. the turbos are located at the rear of the car near the exhausts...its a pretty amazing car. for 365g's u could drive one home today!
09-10-07, 08:31 AM
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I doubt there will be a twin-turbo M5, and I'm pretty sure that there will be no M7. What kind of executive sedan uses a manual or SMG? And the Audi S8, while a terrific vehicle, makes almost no sense with its high-revving engine.
09-10-07, 08:59 AM
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seems like bmw is going more to more of a FI setup? don't think this necessarily is the new m5 (just seems like a weird idea to me), but maybe for the 5 or so. and m7, will have to see how it plays out, whether bmw really finds a way to make the 7 series into their performance standard, something they claim can't be done
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09-10-07, 09:25 AM
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There is already kind of performance version of 7-series - Alpina B7. It's a limited production for US though. I saw it once here on a parking lot near Venice Beach. Looks sick. So, why not to have an M7 maybe based on that Alpina-B7?
09-10-07, 12:30 PM
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You might be interested to read about this rare South African M7. While technically never badged as an 'M7' it did share the same M88 powerplant as the E24 and E28. This I imagine is why it is listed in the 'M' Registry 
