2005 BMW 530 vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2009 BMW M5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | M5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |