1999 BMW M5 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 10 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 253 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
