2004 BMW 535 vs. 2008 BMW M5
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535.
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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2008 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
