2009 BMW M5 vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Supra 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 175 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Supra. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1998 Toyota Supra. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Supra. 2009 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |