2007 BMW M5 vs. 2001 BMW 735
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 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) has 232 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2001 BMW 735 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 735 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
