2008 BMW 120 vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2009 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
