05-26-2020, 08:30 AM | #1 |
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Is the F10 a big step up from the E60?
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As posted on another thread, I currently have an E60 M5. Is the F10 worth the jump from what is arguably the best (not most reliable) engine that BMW produced, or will I be disappointed? I haven't driven an F10 yet, I plan to do so before making any decision, be it selling my E60 or keeping it. Thanks. |
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05-26-2020, 10:41 AM | #4 |
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F10 as compared to E60 M5, based on my own research (looking to add an E60 M5 to go along w/ my F10 M5).
Pros - Faster, more reliable, better handling, much more modern, more comfortable (subjective) better trans (DCT vs SMG3), more refined. Cons - Larger, heavier, less soul, less direct, doesn't sound as good, less "raw". Most of the above is subjective, based on my personal preference. If you're looking at it objectively, the F10 M5 is a far better vehicle vs the E60 M5. But that V10 steals the show every time.
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05-26-2020, 03:36 PM | #5 |
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Thanks for your replies guys. I guess I need to drive one really to see how I get on with it. I know I will miss the sound of the V10. If I could afford to keep both then I would, but sadly it needs to make way if I move to an F10.
My big concern with the F10 is that I will find it dull. I don't need a daily so the E60 tends to get used at weekends and drives out. |
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05-26-2020, 04:23 PM | #6 |
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If you are not daily driving it I would say stick to the E60. While the tech and transmission are lightyears better in the F10, the E60 is such a different experience.
While its not as quick as the F10 the drive of it was more engaging weekend thrash friendly. The F10 is the ultimate DD. The E60 makes for a fun weekend car although if I was going to have a S85 weekend car it would probably be an E63.
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On Efficient engine dynamics, on a stock tune, the F10 M5 feels every bit its weight - heavy weight and nonlinear throttle response. You're supposed to stay on Efficient for about 5 miles and when the engine is warm up to operating temps.
On Sport and Sport Plus, the car seems to shed a couple thousand pounds and is totally worth it. Feels like a different car entirely. I do want to waken it up on Efficient mode. The BMS Pedal Tuner looks like a really good alternative to the cost of a custom tune or some cheaper (but possibly less safe) OTS tuning options. |
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For a weekend car, the E60 M5 is better and to sabs point, maybe an M6 would be even better!
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05-26-2020, 09:29 PM | #10 |
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If you want a fast sedan for 5 days a week and not be seen in a hellcat then go for the F10. Yes, it may be more reliable than your e60 by BMW M standards.
If you want to stick to a visceral, thrill-seeking and soulful sports car, I will stick to the e60.
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The S63 can be made to sound awesome, but nothing sounds like the S85 with an Eisenmann exhaust on it.
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I have both
The f10 stock i was disappointed Didnt find it really any faster Tuned it different story it’s ridiculously fast The e60 is magnificent to drive and the drama builds with the revs However the f10 technology and comfort is a lot better If it wasnt for the glorious s85 i would have sold it! Both cars have eventuri, dinan sway bars and handling kits, mp4s tires, bilstein shocks on the e60, tuned, exhaust |
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Thanks everyone for your replies. I feel a bit mixed now! I think I will take an F10 for a test, but maybe I should consider sticking with the E60, despite it being slower, though I was planning to go for a good remap on the F10, I have no desire to supercharge the E60 as the supercharged cars do not seem that much faster than stock E60's below 100mph.
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Interesting. Anyone out there try the BMS Pedal Tuner?
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I never had the chance to drive a E60....came close to buying one but the cost or repair/reliability scared me off owning one. I got a decent 2014 for a bit over 30 with less then 45k on the clock and so far I love it. I want to do a flash and exhaust but I'm afraid of anything voiding my warranty should something go wrong. I've heard the trick to picking your flash is finding one that doesn't have a ton of tq downlow to keep the rod bearings happy (and waiting until its warm before driving hard). My last 335i had a ton of issues towards the end of its life so I'm just happy to have a car thats not leaking something and starts everyday with no issues.
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I have an E70 X5M and was very unhappy with the power delivery (it took too much pedal to get into the power).
I added a sprint booster v3 and it totally changed the vehicle. If the BMS option is similar to the sprint booster, I highly recommend it.
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05-27-2020, 05:06 PM | #20 |
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Are we talking SMG e60 or Manual? I had a friend with SMG and said it was the worst trans he ever owned and I've heard similar from many others. Manual e60 V10 on the other hand I've heard is unreal.
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I have an SMG car as we didn't get the manual in the UK. I don't mind SMG, it is at its best when you're under harder acceleration. I do find it a bit naff around town at lower speeds, but no worse than the 5 speed slusher that was in my E55 AMG Kompressor.
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