Is the BMW M5 a BETTER performance sedan than a 2024 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing?

[@MakingItHappenMWC]

I won't lie Joe. I asked about you doing a review on the M5 on your Z video and you said it was coming and boy, you delivered. Other people need to pay attention.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m glad I can bring the goods for you!

[@ElJefe360]

He is the Man!! (Tooo the door panel)

[@arizonacolour8793]

😭😭😭😭 what about the 2024 Vantage refresh???? 😢😢​@@RaitisRides

[@marcg1964]

2.8 seconds! Holy moley!! Gorgeous interior too.

[@RaitisRides]

It puts you back in the seat!

[@G82Watts]

Yea my m4 comp xdrive is insane. XDrive on bmw M cars is a game changer. The new m5 will be a mid 2 sec car and a mid 10s quarter mile. 😮

[@marger9713]

The cts weighs more, even then when bro took off it didn't seem all that but then again it's all on the driver

[@pablonator3000able]

Nothing beats a Manual that a Blackwing has to offer. Such a car enthusiast dream.

[@CardiffGiant100]

I wanted a CT5 Blackwing so bad but my local dealer screwed me with their allocations. Ordered a loaded M5C instead, my first BMW. It has been flawless 2 years in. No ragerts 🙂

[@JulezWinnfield]

Ragerts?

[@CardiffGiant100]

@@JulezWinnfieldit’s a meme I know how to spell it. The meme actually spells it “ragrets” so maybe I don’t know shit 😃

[@fzr1000981]

Heavy fast boat but good for freeway a. Z. Z. Holes

[@fzr1000981]

@arizonacolour8793 hot v setup will always roast itself, get extended warranty or get it sold before 100k. Expensive and disposable cars

[@James.E90]

@@CardiffGiant100 yeah well what you gonna do about it EYEBROWSSSSSSS

[@bryanwashington9511]

Bold aggressive and stealthy M5 Competition screams performance!

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you like this one

[@roberth835]

One of my dream cars atm. Definitely going M5. Love love love this thing. It makes my heart happy.

[@eerwig]

Little extra on the “to the door panels!!” I love it

[@williamdanda6368]

Watching all the way from Zimbabwe🇿🇼…and i love how you review these cars!!

[@RaitisRides]

That really means the world William! Thank you so much for watching from a distance!

[@Iang343]

M5 competition is the pinnacle of sports sedans....

[@RaitisRides]

You hit the nail on the head

[@dnice362]

Tough choice in this segment

[@Bimmer_Bill]

G90 M5 will be released next week (June 26, 2024). RIP Cadillac. ☠️

[@Stol3nXDrive]

@@Bimmer_BillI don’t think anyone would give 2 shits about that Especially considering those ugly ass looks

[@StiltsRU985]

@@Bimmer_Bill You mean the plug-in hybrid..? Yeah, I'll take a manual Blackwing any day.

[@AlexIsUber]

This is insane. Watching this at 1130 pm in Germany. This and 3 series are last good looking BMWs.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Alexis for watching across the pond.

[@tommydiaz3258]

The X5 still looks amazing.

[@ifgoodmenstaysilent6496]

Joe is always consistent, gained a sub

[@saminekunis8680]

Definitely with the BMW M 5 / Competition, luckily i don’t live to far away from Laguna Seca Raceway there this car can ve driven to the. Max & no spoed limits or tickets. Thank you you sharing this incredible experiece Rati.

[@IQAutoGroup]

Joe you're the best man. Many of the cars I shop for (whether for myself or my clients), I come to your channel when I want to learn about them.. Appreciate you

[@johnfriel-uj2zs]

Now You Have Me Thinking BMW . Shopping Around Every 🚗 Car You Review Is The Car For Me. Outstanding Video😊

[@RaitisRides]

Trust me I know how you feel

[@anjdog2003]

The extra money for the BMW M5 vs the Cadillac is well worth it. The German fit and finish the material and build quality will always succeed an American car.

[@MakingItHappenMWC]

Hell yea!!!!!!! I have a 23 M5 Comp. I go through cars like water, but I've had mine for almost a year now. I can't let myself get rid of it. Btw, I traded in a BW for it.

[@RaitisRides]

That is really fantastic to hear!

[@johnblack4915]

Why 😢?

[@MakingItHappenMWC]

@@johnblack4915 easy. The m5 is way above and beyond the bw. Better quality. Paint. Interior. Sound system. Overall finish. And its awd is legit. Bw only reigns n drive feel and thats not enuff for me to give it the win. The m5 to me is the ultimate sedan.

[@iiAchilles]

Great stuff Joe!! I got a 2020 M550i and havent looked back - may not be as fast as the M5 Missile, but surely good enough to keep a smile on my face!!

[@ezy_themoto]

A simple down pipe & tune will really wake up the performance👀

[@EmekaIheanacho-jc5td]

​@@ezy_themoto what does the downpipe do??

[@iiAchilles]

@@ezy_themoto I would but i live in Commifornia not worth the risk of a fat ticket and state ref 😂😂

[@McLeanGary]

0-60 is incredible on this beast. Not a big BMW fan but I'm a fan of this bad mamma jamma. Great review Team!

[@shamako4ever718]

Alright Joe I am a BMW lover I’m sure a lot of us here too!

[@RaitisRides]

I’m willing to bet it

[@bjbg6838]

I am

[@kaiichinose9590]

Another great video my friend. However you missed one thing. The xdrive can be configured to rwd if you want to. Even on the m3/4. I love the ct5 V blackwing but this is just different. Up next m8 gran coup competition.

[@davidp2888]

This car says "I've arrived" without being pretentious.

[@RaitisRides]

That is a great way to put it David!

[@baoquoc3710]

Is that a RADAL reference?

[@gch8155]

I love listening Joe behind de wheel telling us the price😂😂😂 un abrazo desde New Jersey 💪

[@stillevan1908]

Joe gets me so hyped up lol. It’s great to see a guy just loving life, driving cool cars.

[@Jack.Smith80]

I agree with you, Joe. Just V8 supercharged.❤❤❤

[@RaitisRides]

Great minds think a like

[@LuisUrbieta]

Joe, loving the BMW M5 & even if it it is expensive & not as reliable I still love how it.

[@RaitisRides]

Trust me I know how you feel Luis!

[@rickj6048]

The biggest surprise was MSRP less than $100K.

[@RaitisRides]

This is true

[@MS-li5tp]

That was a used price

[@rickj6048]

@@MS-li5tp I thought it was an unsold 2023 and the mileage showed 187 mi. But with a second take it looks like that is the range not the odometer reading. Raiti didn't say MSRP so you're right.

[@brianhicks6418]

M5 my favorite

[@RaitisRides]

You have a good taste

[@bruce5405]

Love those wheels. The 2025 BMW M5 looks bloated and weird.

[@chevezlyons8901]

Blackwing all day..

[@RaitisRides]

That’s my vote!

[@gaara4667]

Let me guess Because manual?

[@Rafael_860]

@@gaara4667nop coz is American 🤫🤫🤫🤫

[@baoquoc3710]

I liked Cadillac too, but the M5 has more than just a powerful engine and savage acceleration

[@baoquoc3710]

I liked Cadillac too, but the M5 has more than just a powerful engine and savage acceleration

[@markremington8000]

I wish they used this front end style for the M3/M4s personally.

[@anjdog2003]

These cars are made for the Autobahn and the California mountain turns when you go Canyon carving.

[@Lt.Mingus69]

Imagine the new M5 touring, please try and review one of those rockets when they arrive.

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

Hey Joe, I've been thinking I really can't wait for a live tour of the Raiti Garage. I've been wondering where you store all your finest 👌That would be cool man.

[@RaitisRides]

Hey Chris! I’m actually going to be putting that together!

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

@@RaitisRides Woohoo 👍

[@RaitisRides]

@@DarkJediChrisG-1425I’m glad that you are excited!

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

@RaitisRides I'm so excited, and I just can't hide it, Raiti. 😏

[@jayczyzyk9707]

In the reveiw civic si you never yelled on throttle ?

[@bradfoster8146]

Man this thing is beautiful 😍. Perfect spec. Sounds monstrous and looks menacing but slightly understated.

[@wildcoolorange]

Joe thanks for the excellent review! It's getting hotter these days, cant imagine what it's like in Florida, keep hydrated!

[@RaitisRides]

I sure will! Thanks for having my back!

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

Yes of course Joe & I'm definitely buying this.

[@RaitisRides]

You have great taste

[@JulezWinnfield]

Once again, no you're not.

[@manofsesame3024]

There’s no many of 2023 M5 left on the market.

[@NetomaMusic]

😂😂😂 sure you will buy it 🫵🤣. Show us proof. Make a video about your purchase🫵🤣

[@gramb5611]

Black with that interior color 🔥🔥 2.8 surprised the hell out me. And yes where's those rear brembos ????

[@RaitisRides]

Excellent points!

[@G82Watts]

Shouldn't of thats its usual time. The new g80 and g82 m3 and m4 xdrive get similar times aswell.

[@2xjj]

I thought you would’ve had a review of the new m5 by now.

[@MarcusTurner-b6e]

Nice video keep up the good work Joe

[@RaitisRides]

You got it my friend!

[@johnblack4915]

I love this beautiful black ⚫️ M5..the last of the last b4 the redesign of this sedan...and a wagon!!!😀..thanks Joe and Steven for this exciting segment 😀

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

[@baramor_2684]

Great review Joe

[@jcobg8r4873]

Liked the White Sanke "Here I Go Again" on the radio!

[@Spirit_Dinosaur]

For me, the Hellcat Charger is the king of the 4 door sedans! But holy moly, this M5 brings a lot to the table. Loving the sound of that V8 and the performance is definitely there as well. My only zonk would be those wheels... needs to be all black in my opinion!

[@rayyansyed9455]

Love the review Joe! Big fan of yours here. I do have a request, can you also do a review on the new BMW 540i

[@anthonybaez52]

That is one awesome sedan

[@RaitisRides]

You can say that again Anthony

[@bigdaddy5150sh71]

Im gonna have to watch that Blackwing video. This looks really nice.

[@RaitisRides]

Please do and let me know what you think.

[@vaughnoliver2810]

TeamBMW All Day! To the Door Panels Joe

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for your vote!

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Amazing review Joe.

[@yusefimmanuel6377]

to the door panels!.. so so catchy 💪

[@godtfotplk7895]

i cant believe you didn't put in rwd for the driving experience, i don't know how ill be able to sleep tonight.

[@furcoat9458]

I really wish they pushed this generation a few years further. This exterior with the new 5 series interior and even the new hybrid powertrain would be mind boggling

[@alpe6228]

Different strokes for different folks.Both are absolutely great cars.

[@RaitisRides]

I am a firm believe in that one.

[@tomdrummy4984]

Blackwing please 😎

[@RaitisRides]

We can get a matching pair you and I Tom!

[@HenryTurbo]

The M5 Competition Is My Favorite!

[@Angelbonilla1982]

Looks stunning!!

[@Delvy787]

BMW had a banger with this generation. Understated, yet handsome design that’s functional.

[@raist315]

I think the M5 looks better, and it's always been one of my favorite cars. But I've always loved a supercharger, and I can get the Blackwing with a manual too. So that has to be my choice.

[@mattmekhaeil]

The best looking bmw in their lineup at the time. Their designs now are ugly they changed so much for the worse

[@MrMashman93]

Is the 2024 design different from this one?

[@mattmekhaeil]

@@MrMashman93 the redesigned 5 series is out this year. This generation m5 isn’t out yet

[@MrMashman93]

@@mattmekhaeil damn I like this car I hate they are changing the design for 2024. Thank you Matt.

[@mattmekhaeil]

@@MrMashman93 well keep in mind every so many years they got to come out with a new generation. BMW designers are awful just look at the rest of their lineup currently. Fugly designs

[@RelentlesslV]

How about the 2024 black G80 M3? The new grills look aggressive and sporty in black. The new grills grew on me tbh. Lmao

[@wisamputrus6196]

You can really tell when Joe is having fun …..on😂😂😂😂😂…

[@RaitisRides]

I simply can not hide it that is for sure!

[@uzhoutx]

❤ Thank you, Joe and Steven! 🤠 ❤️

[@somejackball]

peaked my interest.. sweet ride!

[@dustymisfit5665]

LOL! You were filming that car while I was buying it. I traded the White 2016 GTR for that and I can say it is better than the GTR in all avenues.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome man! Congrats on such a great car!

[@dustymisfit5665]

Thank you. Hopefully you will have time to review the GTR. It is all original as it left the showroom in 2016.

[@choochchooch]

F10 M5 owner. Nothing beats bmw in the saloon category. Take it to dinner, long trip or the track. Added a Carbahn stage 1 tuned to 720HP and mustangs, corvettes, blackwings even exotics cry on the highways!

[@mwinner101]

I’m just glad they still make an M5.

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

Is the CF roof the only way it comes, or can you get a sunroof/moonroof in the M5 comp?

[@RaitisRides]

Yes it is

[@keysersoze7012]

Not sure why you didn’t select 2WD mode in the settings. M Xdrive allows you to change from AWD to rear Wheel drive in drive settings.

[@edwardvalivonis23]

Holly Christ, that was mind blowing acceleration

[@rickjames6867]

This is a beast of a sports sedan. Very nice car. It's a hard choice but I believe the CT5 is a better car overall.

[@G82Watts]

Theirs not a single perfromace metric where it beats this car. Not really sure how u came to that conclusion. Only thing u can say is u like the looks of the blackwing better which is an opinion of why u would choose it. Albeit I think this looks better and the caddy just gives an older generation vibe to it. I see why younger people would prefer this and older would prefer the Cadillac

[@rickjames6867]

@@G82Watts reliability, resale value, styling. There are plenty of reasons why a grown-up would find the CT-5 Blackwing to be the better car.

[@rdollie1]

Incorrect. The BMW is the better luxury car. Blackwing the better sports sedan. Even the slower manual variant has better track times at Willow Springs than the M5CS and M3 CSL. The automatic would embarrass any stock BMW on a track. An AWD is going to spank a Blackwing at the stop light rally. The handling, steering feel, engine noise, manual option all favor the Blackwing. The M is a better and more expensive luxury car. If I want a sports sedan, I take the Blackwing. I'm not quite old enough to give up the track but when I do, I'll plan to go pure luxury with something like Aston Martin.

[@rickjames6867]

@@rdollie1okay sounds good. Thanks for the reply. 👍

[@G82Watts]

@@rdollie1 the new g8x m3 and m4 comp are better track cars then the ct5 blackwing and are faster in straight line acceleration considerably. Just watch top gear base m3 manual vs ct5v blackwing. The base m3 manual lost too the blackwing on the track by 0.25th of a second. The guy said the m3 felt alot more nimble and had better steering. So after that test of the base m3 clearly the m3 comp or m4 comp would blow the ct5v blackwing out the water in both straight lines and on track. The m5 is a 5 year old platform and it weighs alot more then the nimbleness of a new m3 or m4. But I will say where the m5 loses on track by a mere second it makes up for it by absolutely blowing the blackwings doors off from any type of dig or roll test.

[@marger9713]

and when it breaks down? Witch would be easier to fix? Matter fact cheaper to fix

[@Albertisthegod]

I love your content, even more knowing that you used to be a teacher. I bet you’ve been waiting years to use some of these punch lines.😊

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it! Thanks for tuning in

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Love your car video

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for letting me share it with yoy

[@anthonyboey3210]

Is the interior tan (as you indicated) or is it the new BMW colour "Cognac"?

[@CardiffGiant100]

It’s called Aragon Brown

[@RaitisRides]

It’s called Aragon Brown

[@RaitisRides]

@@CardiffGiant100spot on it!

[@CardiffGiant100]

@@RaitisRideslol thanks!

[@nappiral]

You can have a sunroof if you want, it's a no-cost option but the carbon fiber looks pretty bad ass.

[@Jesus-eb8yk]

Pretty nice vehicle. great review..

[@jasonlewis2990]

I just looked to see what these cost in Australia and I damn near choked. Up to $475000. Holy crap. Great review as always Joe

[@reallybigbiscuit3568]

😂😂 Just one look at Carsales will put you in a coma.

[@ShawZam]

I do love both cars but BMW build is just different...And I work on a lot of vehicles. A lot of other company's copy the formula for BMW M3 and M5 mostly. They have yet to copy the full formula. Great video as always guy 👍.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so fantastic to hear!

[@javis350fsport2]

Best sedan ever, hands down

[@c4a5m3]

I went with a Black BMW M8 Comp. Bit more style, at least I think so, and the same engine. Eats up the miles.

[@manofsesame3024]

M8 is more expensive than M5 but not really better. Similar in performance but M5 is more comfortable.

[@c4a5m3]

I prefer the looks inside and out on the M8. I think it’s the last really good looking BMW. M5 is nice, but a bit bland to me. Agree it performs similarly to M5 so you are paying for appearance. I can see why others would choose the M5.

[@Rah001]

M5 🔥🔥🔥 No sunroof 😳

[@nealtracy4990]

Giulia Quadrifoglio is my dream car but my God I love the M5!!

[@RaitisRides]

This is a beast for sure!

[@ChrisParker30]

Oh My god. 😮 Did u hear that people 8:42 jet engine sounds

[@RaitisRides]

You know it!

[@ortonboy7]

SUPER NICE CAR

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you think so:

[@ortonboy7]

🫡🫡🫡🫡

[@smooth37]

Raiti! The new M5 is available. Please review it!!!!

[@joelrodriguez7900]

I see BMW on the title and I click 🔥

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way you think

[@Ohv111]

My dream car

[@RaitisRides]

Dream big for sure!

[@Rafael_860]

The M5 Comp would walk that Blackwing all day 😏😏

[@marger9713]

Duh it weighs less lmao

[@razorraysolarsavings70]

I thought you could disengage the front axle on the M5 to make it rear wheel drive.

[@RaitisRides]

You can

[@patrickcarlson1400]

I'd still take the CT5-V just for the 6 speed manual, sure this is quicker but the CT5-V can do over 200 MPH The trunk size isn't a concern as I'm going to drop $10,000 into the sound system as that's really my thing and have that in my Cadillac now, but a 3 cubic foot sealed 2 12" sub box with a amp rack and the trunk space is used up

[@LoomSync]

Beautiful ❤

[@RaitisRides]

You have great taste!

[@MarcusTurner-b6e]

Nice ultimate driving machine

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it

[@toranp.8942]

I aspire to own one of these one day

[@bernardscott4875]

Great car. That scratch on the front tho.

[@RaitisRides]

That actually was superficial.

[@MarkR973]

Like this interior layout better than the new design

[@islanddon865]

The good news is that BMW is having a quality rebound. If you need a car this fast and can afford it, lease it, just to be safe. But it is quite an impressive machine. M-5's have always been my favorite choice, a '93 M5 German Spec. Straight 3.5L. Loved it, but it ate Super Bleifrei German gas like it was free. (Nicht Gut, meine Freunde!)

[@RaitisRides]

Excellent commentary as always!

[@djsthemetereman]

It's a super sedan for sure m5 always looks good no matter what year

[@seal4ever778]

Caddy’s a sledgehammer, beamer’s a scalpel

[@ElJefe360]

Those leaves on the fender are part of the Competition Package just so you know

[@RaitisRides]

Oh thanks for the intel! 😂

[@cokemachine62590]

Would've been interesting to see how you'd like it with it in full RWD mode

[@RaitisRides]

I have another video coming soon.

[@cokemachine62590]

@@RaitisRides I’ll keep an eye out for it!