Powered by a 5.0-liter V10 based on BMW's Formula One racing engine, the M5 can accelerate from 0 to 62 m.p.h. in "well under" 5.0 seconds and to 124 m.p.h. in 13 seconds, BMW research and development chief Burkhard Goeschel promised.

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Specially modified Bi-VANOS camshaft timing, individual throttle butterflies and engine electronics derived from the BMW Williams F1 car make these impressive performance levels possible. These are linked to an enhanced DSC traction control system, a variable limited slip differential and adapted brakes to ensure that the Concept M5 offers an exhilarating, but safe, driving experience.

The folks at M say that they have designed the car "for maximum comfort when driving for longer periods on motorways or in stop-and-go city traffic, as well as for putting on a good show when racing round the north loop of the Nürburgring".

The impressive levels of performance are made possible by specially modified Bi-VANOS camshaft timing, individual throttle butterflies and engine electronics derived from the BMW Williams F1 car. These are linked to an enhanced DSC traction control system, a variable limited slip differential and adapted brakes to ensure that the Concept M5 offers an exhilarating, yet safe, driving experience.

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