2006 BMW M5 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 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 200 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M5 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 535 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |