2006 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari Enzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari Enzo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari Enzo. 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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M5. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2005 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M5 | Enzo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
