2009 BMW M5 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M 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 180 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
