2001 Proton Tiara vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2001 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2001 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Tiara, 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Tiara | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Proton | BMW |
| Model | Tiara | M5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2889 mm |
