2007 BMW M5 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 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), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 670 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M5 | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
