2007 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Ford TS-50
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford TS-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TS-50 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 372 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50. 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) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2000 Ford TS-50 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | TS-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
