2007 BMW M5 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 500 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 110 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 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 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
