2004 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Rageous would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. (312 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 BMW M5.
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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Rageous.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 1999 Pontiac Rageous | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M5 | Rageous |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |