Get E55, M5 only for true enthusiast (archive)

If you do not really care about transmission and driver involvement, get the E55. I have an M5 and love it, but if you just looking for a 4 door with a slushbox and a lot of torque, then the E55 is the best. Save the M5 for someone who really wants one.

Hi,

I am currently in the market for a new Sports Sedan. I know the three fastest sedans are the E55 AMG, M5, and the XJR. I have already ruled out the XJR since i used to own a Jaguar and had horrible experiences.

So now its pretty much down to the E55 or M5. Both of these sedans are so similar in performance that it is really hard for me to decide.

I know the M5 has an awesome 6 speed manual but on the other hand, the AMG has an awesome driver adaptive automatic. To tell you the truth, i really have no preference when it comes down to the transmission.

Both cars look amazing plus they are both so exclusive. Also, i have been reading some of the posts on www.bmwm5.com, and it really seems to me that the M5 has quite a bit of problems. Is that normal for BMW's? I have owned neither Merc or a BMW but i have heard only great things of both cars.

I understand this is a BMW forum, but if you could please try to be as unbiased as possible in your responses it would be greatly appreciated.

Once again, i want to thank you guys for providing such a useful and informative board.

Lawrence

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