2004 BMW M5 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
