Russian Street Race Videos: E63S vs F90 M5- Good Comparos!! - Page 2

Jun 20, 2018 | 12:56 PM

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Slugsy

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E63 AMG Estate

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Originally Posted by bobblehead

I prefer heavy steering feel.

So do I, just was quite a contrast to the M5 and I didn’t expect it to be quite as physical.

Jun 20, 2018 | 01:15 PM

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go fast grocery getter wagon

^ time to head to the gym and bulk up that arm muscle

Jun 20, 2018 | 01:19 PM

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I would stay away from calling the M5 a better car because many of the quoted features (quiet, comfortable ride, better tech, etc.) aren't what I am interested in or AMG was interested of creating. The M5 has multiple characters (sporty if needed, otherwise behaves like a regular 5 series) very subtle exterior design/sound. It's a discrete sports sedan and clearly the more practical car and financially a better deal but I like the E because it is the opposite. The E isn't dual personality; it's not discreet or subtle, it's loud and the engine eager to run. I like it that way. After all, few of these are residing in one car households...

Jun 20, 2018 | 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Slugsy

I’ve just done a long drive in the E63 and can say the M5 is easier to drive and less taxing physically.

The steering is massively lighter and more nimble. My arms actually ached from the drive which was about 2 hours.

I honestly think the M5 is a better all round car, nicer for passengers and more comfortable but definitely doesn’t have as much character as the E63.

ok so basically the M5 is just a more comfortable ride.

So for comfort the M5 wins this. Aside from this it seems there isnt much else separating the two, but personally i would take having more chracter over a little more comfort in a car of this type

Jun 20, 2018 | 01:31 PM

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go fast grocery getter wagon

M5 wins on more comfy ride (based on my test drive this past weekend). Other than that, I would not even think of spending $125K+ on a car that has the same engine as the last gen. (with power tweaked and add 4wd and then called it the day as :"New generation").

E63 wins on engine and exhaust ... in my book.

Jun 20, 2018 | 01:49 PM

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I think that’s about right, it’s comfort v character, looks and boot space! Well, a small bit in favour of the M5 is the tech which is much more intuitive but not a real factor.

Yep, actually that really is it, it’s just the comfort factor that annoyed me.

Jun 20, 2018 | 01:53 PM

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E63 AMG Estate

Actually, I think a big factor was the Sports seats which I did not enjoy. They were definetely designed right and I know why they are the way they are, but if I order, I’m going to go for the softer seats. The last E63 I drove before this one had them and it was much more comfortable.