2008 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | 996 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |