2008 BMW M5 vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 2008 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
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, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5. 2008 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Koenigsegg Agera has manual transmission. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | M5 | Agera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |