2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 BMW M5
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 BMW M5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 BMW 130. 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2007 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 130 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
