2007 BMW 650 vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 650.
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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 650. 2012 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2012 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 650 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
