2009 BMW 328 vs. 2006 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2006 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
