2008 BMW M5 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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 189 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 BMW M5.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M5 | RPM 7000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |