2009 BMW 650 vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, both 2009 BMW 650 and 2009 BMW M5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 BMW 650. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2009 BMW M5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | M5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |