Jun 16, 2011 6:04:38 PM
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Re: The new M5 - Official Specs
JoeRockhead:
pride355:
I'm almost certain that 1970 kg of panamera is the lightest possible weight (probably with PCCB's and lightest wheels). So M5 is lighter well over 220lbs and people are still complaining. I wouldn't buy either of them but I think M5 is a smarter choice in terms of value, daily use and practicality.
It says: "Weight is calculated in accordance with the relevant EC Directives and is valid for standard specification vehicles only. Optional equipment means greater weight. The figure given includes 68 kg for the driver and 7 kg for luggage."
All manufacturers probably calculate it the same way.
Panamera is AWD which accounts for the difference in weight to great extent, if not entirely. The RWD V8 PDK model is 1800kg.
To compare like with like we have to wait for the AWD M5
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