2000 BMW 528 vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 BMW 528. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2000 BMW 528. 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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 2009 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
