2006 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Ford ST 460. (460 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford ST 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | ST 460 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
