1999 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1999 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (279 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
