2001 BMW Compact vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Compact | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
