Traded my ZL1 for an M5

[13M5F10]

Hi -

I recently just purchased my first BMW. I traded in my heavily modified 750HP Camaro ZL1 Convertible for my 2013 BMW M5 - Space Gray

Mods thus far
- BMS Stage 1 - 3PSI
- Escort 9500CI with Laser Shifters & Mirror integration (Radar behind kidney grill and shifters in lower grill corners.)
- Black Double Slat Kidney Grills
- Limo Tint on all four windows
- K&N Drop in filters

Future Mods
- Gloss Black Wrapped Roof & Spoiler
- CF Front lip and rear diffuser
- CF wrapped interior trim
- Catless Downpipes
- Muffler Delete
- Upgrade to BMS JB4 when they release it.
- H&R Springs
- Wheel Spacers

[patb23]

Congragts.

[dan99]

I know theyre very diff cars, but how does it compare

[13M5F10]

Originally Posted by dan99

I know theyre very diff cars, but how does it compare

They are indeed two different cars. I thought they would be similar but I was very wrong.

Stock for Stock I feel the BMW is the ultimate driving machine due to Power, Handling, Technology, and Luxuries. The DCT is also amazing and shifts so quick and smooth. The ZL1 is a very fun car to drive compared to the M5 and handled so much better in straight line and corners. I am sure it's due to the lower center of gravity, electric steering and magnetic ride made a big difference in this. When I did all the power adders to the ZL1 and brought it up to 750HP, the Camaro ZL1 is just a monster and comes alive and was my favorite car to own.

The other thing is upgrading the ZL1 or any other Muscle car was so much cheaper than the M5. I know it's a 100k car and you have to pay to play but 4-8k for a muffler is ridiculous. Same for the CAI at 3-4k and a tune for around the same price. It's crazy. I do however like the easy power that comes from a simple tune on the twins.

[Rborrow14]

great Mod List

keep em coming

[M6-Coupe]

Originally Posted by 13M5F10

The ZL1 is a very fun car to drive compared to the M5 and handled so much better in straight line and corners. I am sure it's due to the lower center of gravity, electric steering and magnetic ride made a big difference in this.

Can you elaborate?

[13M5F10]

Originally Posted by M6-Coupe

Can you elaborate?

With the lower stance, magnetic ride suspension, and wider tires, it felt more planted to the ground and you did not feel like you were driving a boat. Cornering at the track in the ZL1 was amazing and it felt light and nimble. The M5 is a heavy car and you definitely feel it while driving/tracking. I am sure with upgraded sways, springs, and bushings it will feel much better.

http://jalopnik.com/5932764/how-magn...d-a-race-track

[mcvaughan]

Originally Posted by 13M5F10

With the lower stance, magnetic ride suspension, and wider tires, it felt more planted to the ground and you did not feel like you were driving a boat. Cornering at the track in the ZL1 was amazing and it felt light and nimble. The M5 is a heavy car and you definitely feel it while driving/tracking. I am sure with upgraded sways, springs, and bushings it will feel much better.

http://jalopnik.com/5932764/how-magn...d-a-race-track

Go with Dinan sway bars and KW V3 coilovers and you'll be quite pleased.

[URBAN LEGEND]

Both of those cars suck. Should have gotten the M-------->4.

[M6-Coupe]

Originally Posted by URBAN LEGEND

All of cars suck. Should have gotten the M-------->4 (KING).

Fixed it for you

[13M5F10]

Originally Posted by URBAN LEGEND

Both of those cars suck. Should have gotten the M-------->4.

Already have an M4 in the family

[URBAN LEGEND]

Originally Posted by 13M5F10

Already have an M4 in the family

My man! I've been owned. <------

[M6-Coupe]

Originally Posted by 13M5F10

Already have an M4 in the family

WOW.. KING looks fantastic in this picture... Shame on M5

[URBAN LEGEND]

Originally Posted by M6-Coupe

WOW.. KING looks fantastic in this picture... Shame on M5

Rpi should park his M5 in front of those 2 cars, block them in, and picture the event.