1985 BMW M5 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
