2008 Opel Astra vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2013 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Astra | M5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2889 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
