2007 BMW M5 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. 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 124 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (376 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mythos has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 M5 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M5 | Mythos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
