2007 BMW M5 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 2 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (262 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 130 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 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
