2009 BMW M5 vs. 1992 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 316 would be higher. 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 399 more horse power than 1992 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1992 BMW 316. 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 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1992 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
