2011 BMW M5 F10 Thread

[Wazif]

i wana ride her! :D

[reak6ion]

me tooooo!!!!
i prefer the rear rims ...
she's soo cute :luv:

[Wazif]

:rofl: reak6ion :P.....she is supposed to be a beast ;)

[SSense]

2012 BMW M5 going around the Nurburging track

2011 cannot come soon enough and everyone in the BMW community is excited about the new F10 BMW M5. After plenty of spy photos and teaser information, we certainly have an idea on what to expect from this new generation M5, but seeing the car on a race track, it once again confirms the impressive stance and road presence that we have been mentioning in the past.

To fight off the increased dimensions, BMW focused on lightweight construction and materials. The chassis is pressed in aluminum and several lightweight materials are used in doors, bonnet and even roof (carbon fiber). To reduce drag and boost downforce and lower fuel consumption, special Aerodynamic aids that will be incorporated in the front of the car, including the outer-edge of the wheel arches , front bumpers and within the grille intake. Mini turbines are incorporated in the grille to convert drag under braking into electricity.

With the next F10 M5, BMW will continue to emphasize their efforts in the EfficientDynamics program. Further technologies aimed at reducing fuel consumption without sacrificing driving pleasure and performance, are being part of the new M5.

While BMW has yet to confirm the full details on the KERS system, we learned in the past it will be utilizing super capacitors. The super capacitor is an electric double-layer capacitor which can have energy densities thousands of times greater than normal capacitors. Super capacitors can also be recharged quickly, transferring what otherwise would be heat energy in the braking process to stored electrical energy.

The KERS functionality will be implemented in the transmission most likely. BMW partnered with several other manufacturers to implement hybrid capabilities in a transmission over the past several years. The ZF eight speed automatic used in the new 5 Series family can be mated to a torque convertor or an electronic wet clutch, so there is some possibility that this will be the core of the 8-speed DCT used on the M5.

Although the V10 in the current E60 M5 was a candidate for the next model, BMW M is moving into the direction of twin-turbo high-power engine. The new car inherits the V8 engine found in the X5 M and X6 M, but it has been modified to increase power. The number rumored at this point is around 580 horsepower.

The V8 will also feature cylinder shutdown to aid with fuel consumption overall figures and a 25-30% more efficiency is expected, when compared to the current E60 M5.

Obviously, the F10 M5 will feature all the M-characteristic design cues, from M-style front-fascia with larger, aggressive air intakes to the “M” gills and M-style wheels.

Source: bmwblog

[reak6ion]

:rofl: reak6ion :P.....she is supposed to be a beast ;)

yep a beast with sexy lines ;)

[Wazif]

:drool:

[SSense]

Video: 2012 BMW M5 F10 spied on Nurburgring

After countless spy photos of the new 2011 BMW M5, today, we have some footage to share with you of the same M model. Due to launch in 2011 with a world premiere scheduled for the Geneva Motor Show, the new F10 M5 will not only be one of the “greenest” M cars built to date, but also one of the most aggressive and fastest models coming out of the M Division.

The car uses an updated version of the 4.4-liter V8 twin-scroll powerplant found in the BMW X6 M. Official numbers are yet to be revealed, but sources close to the brand indicate that the upgraded engine powering the M5 will peak at 578 horsepower and 530 lb-ft of torque. Based on these facts, we expect the F10 M5 to run from 0 to 62 mph in 4.4 seconds. The numbers are estimable at best and also, understated in our opinion. If the final horsepower numbers will stand, then the new M5 will have 60 horsepower more than the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG and similar output as the Audi RS6.

With the next F10 M5, BMW will continue to emphasize their efforts in the EfficientDynamics program. Further technologies aimed at reducing fuel consumption without sacrificing driving pleasure and performance, are being part of the new M5. The V8 will also feature cylinder shutdown to aid with fuel consumption overall figures and a 25-30% more efficiency is expected, when compared to the current E60 M5.

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The KERS functionality will be implemented in the transmission most likely. BMW partnered with several other manufacturers to implement hybrid capabilities in a transmission over the past several years. The ZF eight speed automatic used in the new 5 Series family can be mated to a torque convertor or an electronic wet clutch, so there is some possibility that this will be the core of the 8-speed DCT used on the M5.

Judging by the spy video, the front-end gets sports the usual M treatment with a more aggressive bumper and larger air intake. The hood features the same sporty look with concave and convex shapes as seen in some of the newer BMWs. The design lines continue to flow from front to end and they become even more substantiated on the sides.

The M gills continue to be covered by the camouflage, but without a doubt, the M trademark will live in this model as well.

At the rear-end, the typical quad exhausts remain with a sculpted diffuser and central intake. A small bootlid spoiler allows the car to remain understated and restrained. For the first time, the 2012 BMW M5 will sport a carbon-fiber roof.

Source: bmwblog

[ahmad.alkhalil]

NICE! loved the M3 in the vid... hehe

[SewerSideUp]

Very interesting and can't wait to see what this monster can do, but it's such a shame to loose the patented NA high revvers to turbo's .... Fuel economy, I know ....

[Hasan Shaikh]

The F10 M5 shall present a huge opportunity for modds and performance upgrades.

800 HP should be achievable with ease. The only question is, will this power be delivered effectively to only 2 wheels.

I believe it is about time BMW introduced an AWD M5. I am sure this car would do 0 - 100 in 4 secs or less with AWD.

[Hasan Shaikh]

Some more pictures of the F10 M5 testing at the Ring.

Apparently accompanied by an E39 M5.

The rims look nice.

Source: www.m5board.com

[Wazif]

hmmm the mirrors are not ///M mirrors

[Hasan Shaikh]

hmmm the mirrors are not ///M mirrors

Yeah!

They do not use the ///M rear view mirrors and rims etc. on the test mule.

[M_Powerholic]

^ Those are old pictures I believe ... :hmm:

[Hasan Shaikh]

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