1998 • Spectre
R42
Spectre R42 4.6 i V8 32V (355 Hp) 1998Overall Score87.5/100
1998 Spectre R42 vs 1998 BMW M5 Comparison
Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.
1998 • BMW
M5
BMW M5 4.9 (400 Hp) 1998Overall Score86.5/100
WINNER
Spectre R42
Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.
87.5–86.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS
Every difference between the two cars
Basic Specifications
Spectre R42SpecificationBMW M5
SpectreMakeBMW
R42ModelM5
1998Model year1998
CoupeBody typeSedan
2Seats5
2Doors4
Performance
Spectre R42SpecificationBMW M5
4,6 s0–100 km/h5,3 s
282 km/hTop speed250 km/h
4601 ccEngine displacement4941 cc
355 HPPower400 HP
454 NmTorque500 Nm
8Cylinders8
Fuel & Consumption
Spectre R42SpecificationBMW M5
PetrolFuel typePetrol
68 ltFuel tank70 lt
25 ltUrban consumption21,1 lt
13 ltExtra-urban consumption9,8 lt
—Average consumption13,9 lt
Transmission & Chassis
Spectre R42SpecificationBMW M5
Rear-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears6
235/45 ZR17; 335/35 ZR17Tyre size245/40 R18; 275/35 R18
YesABSYes
Dimensions
Spectre R42SpecificationBMW M5
4190 mmLength4784 mm
1860 mmWidth1800 mm
1090 mmHeight1437 mm
1250 KgWeight1795 Kg
2410 mmWheelbase2830 mm
E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note
1998 Spectre R42 and 1998 BMW M5 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.
Overall, Spectre R42 leads the E-Kıyasla score by 1 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.
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